Atty. Eric Gould
Mr. Eric Gould is a lawyer practicing business litigation, creditor bankruptcy, banking and 10 other areas of law.
Banking & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 42+ Years Experience
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About Eric Gould at a Glance
Eric Gould is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Eric Gould, Attorney at Law. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western Bankruptcy Court (1984), Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court (1987), and Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D. Political, 1982) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A. Political, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Young Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Gould
- Mr. Eric Gould is a lawyer practicing business litigation, creditor bankruptcy, banking and 10 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Eric practices at Eric Gould, Attorney at Law in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Gould's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Gould handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Trusts in Houston
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Probate in Houston
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Estate Planning & Probate in Houston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Eric Gould is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →
Employment Law in Houston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric Gould is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric Gould is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Eric Gould
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 Eric Gould's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Gould brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western Bankruptcy Court, Texas Northern Bankruptcy Court, and Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court, Eric Gould can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Eric Gould 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 Eric Gould attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric Gould Handles in Houston
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric Gould directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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