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Eric Perkins

FOUNDING ATTORNEY

Background

Eric Perkins was born in Colorado, but moved to Texas at a young age and was raised by his parents in Harlingen. He graduated from the University of Texas Pan American with a bachelor’s degree in political science earned his law degree from St. Mary’s University in 1989.
After graduating, he moved to Corpus Christi with his wife and has called it home ever since. Practicing first with the firm of Bonilla & Berlanga, Eric then became a prosecutor in the Nueces County Attorney’s Office. Within a year, he was promoted to Criminal Section Chief. In 1992, he started his own law firm with a focusing on criminal defense. Over the course of the past thirty years, Eric has successfully defended thousands of cases and attained a reputation for being a fearless and effective advocate in the courtroom. He is also but a handful of select attorneys that are certified to try death penalty cases and can proudly boast he has prevented the death penalty for every one of his clients facing it.

Practice

While focusing primarily on criminal law and preferring to spend most of his time in court, Eric has also practiced in nearly every other conceivable area of law with similar results. Both in State and Federal Court, he continues to obtain favorable rulings and verdicts for his clients. Eric is well respected within the legal community, is a member of numerous legal organizations, and has served as the former president of the Nueces County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. On his free time, he frequently assists and mentors other attorneys, as well as speaks on various legal topics at seminars.
Eric and his wife Sheree have been happily married for thirty-five years and they have three sons. In December 2019, Eric and his oldest son, Jared Perkins, formed Perkins & Perkins, Trial Lawyers. Based out of Corpus Christi, Texas, their practice focuses on representing clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases, and defending those that have been wrongfully accused.

Awards

His trial success has been recognized by Topverdict.com and Law.com for obtaining one of the largest personal injury verdicts in the United States in 2022. He was also selected as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, in Texas, by the National Trial Lawyers. This honor is given to only the top 100 attorneys for superior skills, qualifications, and results as criminal defense and civil plaintiff lawyers.
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Areas of Practice

PERSONAL INJURY

PERSONAL INJURY

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

WRONGFUL DEATH

WRONGFUL DEATH

In wrongful death cases, our firm is committed to seeking justice for grieving families, holding responsible parties accountable, and ensuring they receive the compensation needed to secure their future.

CAR CRASHES

CAR CRASHES

Car crashes can cause life-altering injuries, but our firm is dedicated to holding negligent drivers accountable and helping victims recover the compensation they need to move forward.

18 WHEELER CRASHES

18 WHEELER CRASHES

18 Wheeler accidents are devastating due to the immense weight and high speeds of commercial trucks, which remain dangerously underregulated, but Perkins & Perkins fights back by holding negligent trucking companies accountable, helping clients recover and making the roads safer.

MOTORCYCLE CRASHES

MOTORCYCLE CRASHES

Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries, and our firm is dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured riders, ensuring they receive the compensation and justice they deserve.

PREMISES LIABILITY

PREMISES LIABILITY

In premises liability cases, our firm is committed to holding property owners accountable when their negligence causes injuries, ensuring victims receive the compensation they need to recover.

WORKPLACE INJURIES

WORKPLACE INJURIES

Our firm is dedicated to advocating for workers injured on the job, holding negligent employers accountable, and securing the compensation they need for recovery and financial stability.

OILFIELD INJURIES

OILFIELD INJURIES

As oilfield workers remain essential to American industry, many employers increasingly neglect basic safety measures, leading to more frequent accidents and explosions, and our firm is dedicated to fighting for injured workers and their families, ensuring they are supported for the rest of their lives.

INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS

INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS

In industrial accident cases, our firm fights to hold negligent companies accountable, ensuring injured workers receive the compensation and justice they deserve to rebuild their lives.

MARITIME INJURIES

MARITIME INJURIES

Despite centuries of advancements in tools, equipment, and vessels, offshore work remains one of the world's most dangerous trades, and when big companies prioritize profits over safety, our firm fights for injured workers and their families to recover what they need to move forward.

DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS

DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS

Companies have a basic duty to ensure their products are safe, but when corporations rush to market without proper testing or safety measures, causing serious or even fatal injuries, we step in to hold them accountable.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Our firm is committed to providing a strong defense for individuals facing criminal charges, protecting their rights, and ensuring they receive a fair trial.

Areas of Practice

Personal Injury

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Wrongful Death

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Car Crashes

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

18 Wheeler Crashes

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Motorcycle Crashes

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Premises Liability

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Workplace Injuries

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Oilfield Injuries

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Industrial Accidents

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Maritime Injuries

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Defective Products

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

Criminal Defense

If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a construction site accident, you may have certain options available for pursuing financial compensation for your losses.

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At Perkins & Perkins, our unwavering commitment to professionalism, civility, and transparent communication enables us to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Whether handling personal injury or criminal defense cases, our firm prioritizes integrity and excellence, ensuring that every client receives the highest standard of legal representation.

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