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Eric Pinker

Eric Pinker

USA 2026

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About

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Board-certified in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Eric Pinker has extensive experience—and accolades—in commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, and trust and estate litigation. Named one of the “Top 100 Lawyers” by Thomson Reuters for 12 years running, Eric is one of the most widely respected and recognized trial lawyers across the United States.

Career

His experience and passion, paired with careful planning and a keen eye for case-winning details, has led to a remarkable record of achievement and results. These wins include significant damage awards, monetary recoveries, nationwide permanent injunction awards for patent holders, and protecting numerous defendants from nine-figure claims.

Eric is a sought-after speaker on legal topics like selecting juries and challenging expert witnesses and is also active in Bar and community service activities. He is the founding Master of the Honorable Barbara M.G. Lynn American Inn of Court, a Board Member and Vice-Chair for the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas, and the Executive Counsel for AIPAC.

Eric received both his undergraduate degree in Plan II, cum laude, and his J.D., cum laude, from The University of Texas at Austin.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

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Individual Editorial
Eric Pinker is a strong choice to handle sophisticated commercial and intellectual property disputes.

Strengths

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  • Eric is very good in front of a jury in trial. He is a good strategist and is plugged in from a business point of view. He also always gets back to us quickly.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Eric is a very skilled and zealous advocate. We feel absolutely comfortable with his command of the facts, preparation and his able representation of us.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Eric is a brilliant lawyer and a true gentleman. He is very professional, effective and cuts through issues with ease. He is great in the courtroom. He is accessible, pragmatic and super-smart. He is a force to be reckoned with on complex issues and we have a lot of confidence in him.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Eric is driven, smart, thoughtful and aggressive. He really is the total package in terms of someone leading your legal team.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Eric is the most well-rounded lawyer I've ever come across. He is a master at all aspects of trials.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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Texas

Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

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