The 'matter' is whatever is at issue: for example, the matter could be a dispute between two parties.
'[The matter] is now the subject of court action' means the matter 'has been submitted to the relevant court for discussion' (ie the matter has become a court case) with a view to resolving (ie reaching a final decision on) the matter.
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