Atty. Eric M. Brittain

Atty. Eric M. Brittain

Phi Kappa Phi.Order of the Coif. Recipient, American Jurisprudence Awards in Contracts, Non-Judicial Process, Legal Analysis, Insurance Law and Family Law.

El Paso El Paso 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric M. Brittain at a glance

Eric M. Brittain is a Member based in El Paso, Texas, practicing at Windle Hood Norton Brittain & Jay LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1994). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of El Paso and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas State Bar of New Mexico College of the State Bar of Texas El Paso Young Lawyers Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute New Mexico Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in El Paso, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Kappa Phi.Order of the Coif
  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Awards in Contracts, Non-Judicial Process, Legal Analysis, Insurance Law and Family Law
  • Note Editor, Texas Tech University Law Review

Author

  • "The Period of Limitations on a First-Party Breach of the Duty of Good Faith and Fair Dealing Claim Commences with Denial of Coverage," Texas Tech Law Review, 22 Tex
  • Tech L.Rev. 1257 (1991)

Author

"Notice Requirements under the Federal and Texas Tort Claims Acts," State Bar of Texas Suing and Defending Governmental Entities Course, 2001

Practice Areas Explained

Eric M. Brittain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric M. Brittain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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 El Paso 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric M. Brittain

Where is Eric M. Brittain's law office located?
Eric M. Brittain's law practice is located in El Paso, Texas. The firm is Windle Hood Norton Brittain & Jay LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric M. Brittain handle?
Eric M. Brittain focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Eric M. Brittain practiced law?
Eric M. Brittain has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Eric M. Brittain go to law school?
Eric M. Brittain earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Eric M. Brittain for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Eric M. Brittain received?
Eric M. Brittain's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1992
B.A.
University of Texas
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
New Mexico
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court of New Mexico and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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