Eric Benavides

Eric Benavides is a highly accomplished trial attorney based in Houston, Texas, who dedicates his practice exclusively to criminal defense. He has obtained more than 1,000 dismissals and multiple Not Guilty verdicts for clients facing serious criminal charges. Known for his command of the courtroom and meticulous case preparation, Eric approaches every case with a trial-ready mindset from day one.

Eric is a graduate of the prestigious Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Trial College in Huntsville, TX, an intensive program focused on advanced trial advocacy and courtroom strategy. He also holds the ACS Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Designation, awarded by the Chemistry and the Law Division of the American Chemical Society—an elite credential held by fewer than 150 attorneys nationwide as of 2026.

In addition, Eric is certified in the administration of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and has completed the certification program multiple times. This advanced training gives him a deep understanding of the protocols law enforcement officers are expected to follow in DWI investigations, allowing him to effectively analyze and challenge field sobriety testing when necessary.

His professional achievements have earned both statewide and local recognition. Eric was selected as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2020 to 2023 and has been named a Texas Super Lawyer from 2023 through 2026—distinctions awarded to a small percentage of attorneys each year. He has also been repeatedly recognized as one of Houston’s Top Lawyers by Houstonia and H-Texas magazines, and he maintains a 5.0 client rating on Google.

Eric is an active member of several respected professional organizations, including the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the National College for DUI Defense, and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association.

He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas and his Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law. A native of Kingsville, Texas, Eric was raised with a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence. He graduated as valedictorian of Academy High School before pursuing a legal career focused on protecting the rights and futures of individuals accused of crimes.