Atty. Eric Puente
Eric Puente is a distinguished attorney from Dallas, representing clients in state and federal courts across Texas, the U.S., and Mexico. He is a leading expert in the complexities of criminal and immigration law and how these systems intersect.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Dallas, TX · 15+ Years Experience
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About Eric Puente at a Glance
Eric Puente is an Attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Puente Law Firm, PLLC. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas Northern District of Texas Eastern District of Texas Western District of Texas Southern Distri (2011) and Texas (2011). Educated at Texas Southern University (J.D. University, 2011) and University of North Texas (B.S. University, 2007). Active member of Dallas Bar Association Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Past President of Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Puente
- Eric Puente is a distinguished attorney from Dallas, representing clients in state and federal courts across Texas, the U.S., and Mexico
- He is a leading expert in the complexities of criminal and immigration law and how these systems intersect
- A proud veteran of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, his military service shaped his approach to law
- After returning to the U.S., he earned a criminal justice degree and attended law school
- He began his career as a prosecutor in the Dallas District Attorney’s office, gaining invaluable trial experience
- In 2014, Puente founded his law practice, which has grown to include a team of four attorneys specializing in personal injury, estate planning, and real estate law
- Puente views his work as an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, particularly for those in difficult circumstances
- Puente is a co-founder and two-time past president of the Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas and is highly regarded in his field
- He frequently provides legal expertise to Univision, Telemundo, FOX 4, and CBS 11 on high-profile criminal cases
- His successful outcomes in major federal cases have earned him national recognition, influencing law and policy across the country
- Best Lawyers in Dallas (2026, 2025, 2021)
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Puente's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Puente handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dallas.
Personal Injury in Dallas
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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Criminal Defense in Dallas
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Eric Puente is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Immigration Law in Dallas
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Eric Puente is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Texas →
Health Care Law in Dallas
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Eric Puente is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dallas
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 Dallas 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.
Dallas Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dallas-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 Dallas Choose Eric Puente
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 Puente's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, immigration, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Puente brings 15+ 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 Northern District of Texas Eastern District of Texas Western District of Texas Southern Distri and Texas, Eric Puente can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and immigration, Eric Puente can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dallas
A Dallas-based practice means Eric Puente 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 Puente Handles in Dallas
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Puente has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric Puente directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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