
Hon. Eric Dick

Eric Dick stands as a distinguished Houston legal professional whose practice centers on assisting residents in recovering from catastrophic property damage through his expertise in first-party insurance litigation. As the dedicated principal of Dick Law Firm, PLLC, Mr. Dick has established himself as a tenacious champion for property owners confronting the daunting task of challenging insurance carriers that have wrongfully denied or inadequately compensated valid claims.
Mr. Dick's academic pursuits demonstrate his unwavering dedication to professional development and scholarly excellence. His educational foundation was established at Houston Community College, where he completed an Associate in Science degree in 2000. He subsequently strengthened his business expertise by earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Science of Management from the University of Phoenix in 2005, equipping him with crucial leadership and operational knowledge that would prove instrumental in developing his legal enterprise.
His distinguished performance at Western Michigan University Cooley Law School culminated in graduating Cum Laude in 2008 with a Juris Doctor concentrated in Litigation. Throughout his tenure at Cooley, Mr. Dick's scholarly excellence secured him repeated placement on both the Dean's List and Honor Roll. Determined to expand his legal specialization, he pursued an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2010, where he participated in the esteemed ABA Section of Taxation Law Student Tax Challenge competition.
Mr. Dick's commitment to academic advancement has remained constant, as evidenced by his completion of an MBA from Rice University in 2022 and a Master's degree in Business Analytics from Duke University in 2023. This continuous educational pursuit reflects his determination to integrate innovative business strategies and analytical methodologies into his legal practice and civic engagement. He is presently enrolled in the Master of Data Science program at the University of Chicago, anticipated for completion in 2025, further demonstrating his dedication to incorporating advanced technological approaches in serving his clients and community.
Beyond his legal career, Mr. Dick maintains a profound commitment to civic responsibility. Since 2016, he has held an elected position on the Harris County Board of Education, advancing to serve as President in 2019. In this capacity, he has spearheaded multiple programs that enhance educational opportunities within his community, including safeguarding Head Start services for more than 1,300 children across North and Northeast Houston, founding Fortis Academy for students in substance abuse recovery, and directing the development of Texas's most extensive adult education facility.
His dedication to community service manifests through various philanthropic endeavors. In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Mr. Dick co-established the "Because We Care" program, delivering food assistance to hundreds of Fifth Ward families. He also created the Teacher Tools Initiative, supplying vital educational materials to educators across Harris County, while advocating for enhanced wages for HCDE hourly employees.
Through his firm, he has provided legal representation to thousands of Houston residents impacted by major disasters, including Winter Storm Uri, the Watson Explosion, and other widespread emergencies. His professional practice and community service are unified by a fundamental commitment: helping residents rebuild their lives following adversity, whether through securing equitable insurance resolutions or ensuring access to quality educational opportunities and community resources.
With his comprehensive educational credentials, professional accomplishments, and steadfast commitment to public service, Eric Dick exemplifies how legal knowledge can be harnessed to generate substantial, positive impact in the lives of Houston's residents.
Education
- Duke University, MSQM: Business Analytics (Currently Enrolled)
- Rice University, MBA
- University of Alabama School of Law, L.L.M. in Taxation
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. (Cum Laude)
- University of Phoenix, B.S.M.
- Houston Community College, A.S.
Professional Experience
- Owner, Dick Law Firm, PLLC
- President, Harris County Department of Education
- Vice President, Harris County Department of Education
- Elected Trustee, Harris County Department of Education
- Assistant District Attorney (Intern) at Harris County District Attorney's Office
- Assistant Attorney General (Intern) at Michigan Attorney General's Office
Professional Licenses
- Real Estate Agent
- Insurance Agent
- Attorney
Elected Official
- Elected as a Harris County Department of Education Trustee
- 2017-2019 Served as Vice-President of the board of trustees
- 2019-2021 Served as President of the board of trustees
- Reduced tax rate each year
- Built four special needs types of schools
- Created program to reimburse teachers for student school supply expenses
- Created program to improve child literacy
Organizations
- American Bar Association
- Texas Bar Association
- American Bar Association, Taxation Section
- Houston Bar Association
- National Lawyers Association
- Houston Trial Lawyers
- State Bar of Texas, Insurance Division
- Houston Young Lawyers Association
Bar Memberships
- Western District of Texas
- Northern District of Texas
- Southern District of Texas, Bankruptcy
- Southern District of Texas, Civil Court
- Eastern District of Texas
Houston Insurance Claims Lawyer
The Honorable Eric Dick was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He is a passionate Houston insurance claims attorney with multiple Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ inclusions for his unparalleled legal skill. Eric has an in-depth knowledge of insurance law and hands-on experience resolving complex insurance disputes. He is a licensed real estate sales agent and a licensed insurance agent, which means he has unique insider knowledge of the insurance industry and its operation. Eric is an honest, aggressive lawyer and exceptional litigator who knows how to think outside of the box. You can trust Eric to fight for your rights as a policyholder.
If you would like to discuss your insurance claim with Eric, just call Dick Law Firm, PLLC at 833-7RIGHTS.
Hourly Rate-$750
Please understand that Mr. Dick takes property insurance claims strictly on a contingency fee basis. For all other legal matters, we require a significant retainer. Depending on the complexity of the situation, they start at a minimum of $50,000.