Atty. David Benjamin Gerger

Atty. David Benjamin Gerger

Mr. David Benjamin Gerger is a lawyer practicing investigations, trials, appeals for individuals & businesses and 4 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Appeals for Individuals & Businesses & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 41+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About David Benjamin Gerger at a Glance

David Benjamin Gerger is an Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Gerger & Clarke. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Western District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of A (1985). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1985) and Yale University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About David Benjamin Gerger

  • Mr. David Benjamin Gerger is a lawyer practicing investigations, trials, appeals for individuals & businesses and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Gerger & Clarke in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

David Benjamin Gerger's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Benjamin Gerger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.

Criminal Defense in Houston

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Appellate Practice in Houston

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Houston Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About David Benjamin Gerger

Where is David Benjamin Gerger's law office located?
David Benjamin Gerger's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Gerger & Clarke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Benjamin Gerger handle?
David Benjamin Gerger focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has David Benjamin Gerger practiced law?
David Benjamin Gerger has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Benjamin Gerger go to law school?
David Benjamin Gerger earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David Benjamin Gerger for a consultation?
You can contact David Benjamin Gerger directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Benjamin Gerger received?
David Benjamin Gerger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Houston Choose David Benjamin Gerger

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Benjamin Gerger's practice in the field of criminal defense and appellate.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

David Benjamin Gerger brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering criminal defense and appellate, David Benjamin Gerger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Houston

A Houston-based practice means David Benjamin Gerger attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1985
B.A.
Yale University
- 1982

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas Texas Western District Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of A
Admitted: 1985

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