Atty. Ron Franklin
Mr. Ron Franklin is a lawyer practicing class action, erisa litigation, energy litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 50+ Years Experience
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About Ron Franklin at a Glance
Ron Franklin is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court (1976) and Texas Eastern District Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1978). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Texas (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas American Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Texas Trial Lawyers Association Houston Young Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ron Franklin
- Mr. Ron Franklin is a lawyer practicing class action, erisa litigation, energy litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Ron received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Ron practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Ron Franklin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ron Franklin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Personal Injury in Houston
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.
Ron Franklin is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Employment Law in Houston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Ron Franklin 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.
Ron Franklin is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Class Action in Houston
Ron Franklin is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Texas →
Product Liability in Houston
Ron Franklin is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Ron Franklin
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 Ron Franklin's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, class action, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ron Franklin brings 50+ 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 US Supreme Court and Texas Eastern District Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, Ron Franklin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Ron Franklin 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 Ron Franklin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ron Franklin Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ron Franklin 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 Ron Franklin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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