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Eric B. Dick
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Biography
Eric Dick earned his J.D. from the Thomas M. Cooley School of Law, known as the largest law school in the United States. Eric is an experienced bad faith insurance lawyer who has handled thousands of cases. As a talented litigator, he has the courtroom savvy and legal insight required to prepare and litigate a wide variety of insurance claims. Eric is also a licensed insurance agent, which means he knows the insurance industry from all sides. He knows what it takes to fight for your rights as a policyholder.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Insurance
80%
18 years | 1,100 cases
Life Insurance
20%
18 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 750-750 per hour
Contingency
35%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 17 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Dick Law Firm
3701 Brookwoods, Houston, TX, 77092-6705
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Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Absolutely unprofessional
Riddled with massive problems, conflict of interest, problems with settlement payouts, breach of confidentiality. I wish I had never heard of him.The 10 Avvo rating must have been granted in years past. When was his last 5 star?
Posted by Colby | November 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
AVOID!
Avoid at all costs! These guys do not communicate, they gas light you and drag the process out. They make it seem like its brain surgery to file a suit. I am having to sue this firm just so I can seek legal council a get someone who can actually help me.
Posted by Candelario Hernandez | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my growing frustration and concern regarding the difficulty I have e
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my growing frustration and concern regarding the difficulty I have encountered in communicating with you and your office. Despite my numerous attempts to reach out, it has consistently been challenging to get someone to answer the phone or ...
Posted by Francis | March 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Poor poor poor
Three major problems: 1) their rates are deceptive starts off as 33% and goes to 45% plus lots of fees. 2) Very poor communication. You have to call them and can take a day, a week or never. 3) Rude staff about 50% of the time.
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2023
Scary
I can’t even get to the point of talking where we even talked about my case because he was so perverted and so inappropriate in the interview process. Oh my gosh the man is so creepy. It almost makes me feel uncomfortable even writing this comment because I’ve never complained about anyone ever, not...
Eric B. Dick's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Eric for a while now. I know him to be very smart, strategic, and constantly thinking outside the box. All these qualities will and do get results. You are in GREAT hands if you are in Eric's very capable hands."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Eric is a very knowledgeable attorney, courteous, and respectful. His additional knowledge of tax law and his masters of law degree (LL.M. in Taxation) separate him from other practicing attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Have used Eric and will continue to send him cases because he is an excellent attorney who cares about his clients. Also appreciate his service on the Board of Education. Good guy"
"I endorse this lawyer completely! He is dedicated to his practice and is an asset to his clients!"
"Eric is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is a very good lawyer and provides excellent legal services for his clients"
"I endorse this lawyer. You need to call him when you have a bad faith insurance claim."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a hard working attorney who gets you results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Eric for a while and he is a great guy and dad. His slogan is, Need a lawyer? Hire a Dick. Classic."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Eric consistently provides insightful and thorough advice. His knowledge and diligence are clearly evident. I endorse him without reservation"
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is the kind of lawyer you want as opposing counsel. He works hard for his clients but he is up front and honest with the other side."
"Eric is a pretty good lawyer easy to get along with and highly motivated to win his cases."
"I haven't seen Eric in court but he is a great and articulate advocate for his community. This degree of caring demonstrates hi effectiveness in helping others."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dick is an outstanding attonrey with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly reccomend his legal services."
"Mr. Dick is an exceptionally qualified litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is energetic and possesses a deep understanding of Texas family law."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is young, agressive and savvy."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network
2017
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Rising Star, Texas Lawyer Magazine
2016
Innovative Campaign Strategy, Spring Branch Republicans
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top Lawyers, Houstonia Magazine
2016
Premier Attorney, National Academy of Jurisprudence
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Care Commitment, State Bar of Texas
2016
Pro Bono College, State Bar of Texas
2016
Rising Star, Texas Lawyer Magazine
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Certificate of Appreciation, Houston Area Urban League
2009
Competitor, ABA Section of Taxation: Law Student Tax Challenge
2008
Cum Laude, Thomas M Cooley Law School
2008
Deans List, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2008
Scholarship for Academic Merit, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2007
Participant, Intra-School Moot Court
2007
Participant, Intra-School Mock Trial
2006
Deans List, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
2006
Honor Roll, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Trustee, Harris County Department of Education
2017 - Present
Vice President, Board of Trustees for Harris County Department of Education
2008 - Present
Owner, Dick Law Firm, PLLC
2013 - 2013
Candidate, Eric Dick for Houston Mayor
2011 - 2011
Candidate, Eric Dick for Houston City Council
2011 - 2014
General Counsel, Harris County Court Room Observers
2008 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney - Intern, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2008 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney - Intern, Michigan Attorney General's Office
2005 - 2007
Law Clerk, Michael Sandel, P.C.
Associations
2016 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
National Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
Houston Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Insurance DivisionAttorney Member
2013 - Present
Attorney Coffee ClubBoard Member
2013 - Present
Houston Republican Liberty CaucusExecutive Committee Member
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
2012 - Present
Houston Livestock and RodeoDonor
2012 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Greater Houston PachydermMember
2011 - Present
Houston Young RepublicansMember
2011 - Present
Downtown Houston PachydermMember
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Bankruptcy CourtAdmitted to Practice
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Civil CourtAdmitted to Practice
2008 - Present
Texas Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Texas Real Estate CommissionSales Agent
2004 - Present
Texas Department of InsuranceGeneral Lines Agent - Life, Accident, Health, & HMO
2004 - Present
Texas Department of InsuranceGeneral Lines Agent - Property and Casualty
2011 - 2011
Harris County Republican PartyRepublican Leadership Committee
2010 - 2014
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - 2010
American Bar Association, Taxation SectionMember
2008 - 2010
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Farmers Paid
Farmers Paid the claim
State Farm Paid
State Farm paid the appraisal award and attorney fees
Nationwide Paid
Nationwide paid the claim
Columbia Lloyds Paid
Columbia Lloyds paid the claim
Liberty Insurance Company Paid
Liberty Insurance Company paid an additional 14.5k
Liberty Mutual Paid The Claim
Liberty Mutual paid an additional 19k
Safeco Paid Insurance Claim
Safeco paid an additional 70k
Liberty Mutual Paid More
Liberty Mutual paid an additional 15k
Substantially increased insurance payment
Insurance company paid nearly an additional $500,000
Nationwide paid hail claim
Client was able to fully replace roof
Client vs Farmers
Insurance company for a new roof
Client vs State Farm
State Farm paid the claim
Essex Insurance Company
Made Essex pay over 2000% more than it initially paid
Education
2022
Rice University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2010
University of Alabama School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2008
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2005
University of Phoenix
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2000
Houston Community College
AS - Associates
Speaking Engagements
2016
HOUSTON CHAPTER LUNCH - Aug. 25, 2016
HELLO, I'M AN EXPERT: HOW TRCP 769 AFFECTS THE EXPERT ROLE
2014
Backpack to Fifth Ward
How to Become a Lawyer
2013
Student organizations bring mayoral candidates to UH
Houston Mayoral Debate
2013
Mayoral Discussion
Ted Oberg Interview
2013
Mayoral Debate
Houston Mayoral Debate
2013
Houston Young Republicans to Conduct Mayoral Forum
Mayoral Forum
2013
Downtown Pachyderm
City of Houston
2013
Center for Civil Engagement
Mayoral Chat
2012
Backpack to Fifth Ward
How to Succeed as a Lawyer
2011
Downtown Houston Pachaderm
City of Houston Deficit
2005
Guest Speaker
Entrepreneurial Real Estate
Publications
2017
The Michael Berry Show
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2017
2017
2017
2017
American School and University
Plans approved for recovery high school in Houston area for students with substance-abuse issues
2017
Richmond County Daily Journal
Feeding homeless against the law? That’s insanity
2017
Reflector
Feeding the homeless is anyone's right
2017
2017
The Houston Sun
Lawsuit Filed Charitable Feeding Ban Violates Religious Freedom
2017
2017
2017
Houston Chronicle
'Good Samaritan' sues Houston for city ban on feeding homeless
2017
2017
Big Jolly Politics
SB 646 Is Probably a Very Bad Idea
2017
Houston Public Media
Texas Supreme Court Weighs Intervention In Houston Term Limits Case
2017
Houston Chronicle
City on term limits suit: ‘That is not due process. It is a tantrum.’
2017
Herald Chronicle
The Real Story of July 4th
2017
Houston Chronicle
Court decision on term limits case all but rules out November election
2016
2016
Houston Church News
May Has Been the Month of Hail Storms
2016
Houston Church News
THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HOUSTON STORMS ON APRIL 17TH AND APRIL 18TH
2016
2015
Empower Texas
Houston’s Ballot Language Back In Court
2015
Houston Chronicle
Lawsuit filed over vote to extend city term limits
2015
2015
Houston Public Media
City Of Houston Sued Over Ballot Language For Term Limit Change
2015
2014
Above the Law
Would You Hire This Dick as Your Lawyer?
2013
2013
The Dirty
Mayoral Candidates
2013
Houston Chronicle
Mayoral candidate Eric Dick visits the Downtown Houston Pachyderm Club
2013
2013
2012
Houston Press
Eric Dick Takes on Geico for Denying Customer's Claim
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I appeal on an unfair insurance claim adjuster estimate?
05 Apr 2017
Q&A
Is there a statute of limitations or a time frame of which must answer an interpleader suit for life insurance claim?
08 Mar 2017
Q&A
Insurance cancelled by mistake what can I do about this?
06 Mar 2017
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Legal Guide
How To Read An Xactimate Estimate
18 May 2022
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12 Oct 2010
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Modern Estate Tax and Its Development in Reagan Era
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