Atty. Paul B. Kerlin

Atty. Paul B. Kerlin

Paul B. Kerlin focuses his practice on complex business litigation, commercial disputes, products liability, and appellate matters.

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Profile Summary

About Paul B. Kerlin at a glance

Paul B. Kerlin is a Shareholder based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, and appellate. Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2005) and Texas A&M University (B.S. Microbiology, 1999). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul B. Kerlin focuses his practice on complex business litigation, commercial disputes, products liability, and appellate matters
  • He represents businesses and contractors in defamation and disparagement actions, as well as in mass tort and product liability cases
  • Paul has served as first chair in numerous trials, handling a wide range of issues from commercial disputes to claims alleging significant personal injuries, and is experienced in representing clients in arbitrations
  • In addition, he provides strategic insight to clients regarding the management of litigation exposure
  • Concentrations •Complex Business Litigation •Commercial Disputes •Business Torts •Partnership Disputes •Commercial Foreclosures and Receiverships •Breach of Contract •Personal Injuries at manufacturing facilities, refineries or chemical plants •Mass Torts/Negligence •Product Liability •False Advertising •Defamation •Employment Disputes •Covenants Not to Compete •Trade Secrets Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Team Member, a Law360 “Product Liability Practice Group of the Year,” 2021 •Listed, The Legal 500 United States, 2017 •Completed five Ironman distance triathlons •Completed six half Ironman distance triathlons

Practice Areas Explained

Paul B. Kerlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul B. Kerlin 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.

Paul B. Kerlin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Product Liability

Paul B. Kerlin is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Paul B. Kerlin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Paul B. Kerlin is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Texas →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Paul B. Kerlin is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →

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 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 Paul B. Kerlin

Where is Paul B. Kerlin's law office located?
Paul B. Kerlin's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul B. Kerlin handle?
Paul B. Kerlin focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, health care, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Paul B. Kerlin go to law school?
Paul B. Kerlin earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S. Microbiology, 1999).
How can I contact Paul B. Kerlin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 2005
B.S. Microbiology
Texas A&M University
- 1999

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