Atty. Eric Michael Willis

Atty. Eric Michael Willis

Eric Michael Willis is a lawyer practicing capital markets, mergers & acquisitions, public company representation and 4 other areas of law. Eric received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 2000, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Houston Houston 18 Years Experience 18 year
Call (659) 204-2682

Profile Summary

About Eric Michael Willis at a glance

Eric Michael Willis is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in California California Central District Court (2008) and Texas (2010). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 2008) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 2000). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Michael Willis is a lawyer practicing capital markets, mergers & acquisitions, public company representation and 4 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 2000, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Eric practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Michael Willis's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Michael Willis

Where is Eric Michael Willis's law office located?
Eric Michael Willis's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Michael Willis handle?
Eric Michael Willis focuses on business, m&a, securities, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Eric Michael Willis practiced law?
Eric Michael Willis has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Eric Michael Willis go to law school?
Eric Michael Willis earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S., 2000).
How can I contact Eric Michael Willis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 2008
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 2000

Bar Admissions

California California Central District Court
Admitted: 2008
Texas
Admitted: 2010

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