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Rudy Gonzales, Personal Injury Attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas

Over 45 years of legal practice

Gonzales Law Firm PLLC

Corpus Christi, TX

Practicing personal injury in Corpus Christi since 1981.

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Rudy Gonzales is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Rudy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gonzales Law Firm PLLC.

Based in
Corpus Christi, TEXAS
Experience
over 45 years
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Corpus Christi, TEXAS.
  • Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

About Rudy Gonzales: Rudy Gonzales is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Rudy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gonzales Law Firm PLLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Rudy takes on

Rudy concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rudy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Corpus Christi, Texas

Rudy takes personal injury matters in Corpus Christi, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rudy agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Rudy Gonzales — personal injury lawyer in Corpus Christi

Rudy Gonzales is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Rudy has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gonzales Law Firm PLLC.

Rudy Gonzales, Jr. is an experienced trial lawyer — he’s taken more than fifty trials to a jury verdict and has amassed substantial jury awards and settlements for plaintiffs and their families. Mr. Gonzales is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is licensed to practice law in the state courts of Texas, the United States District Courts in the Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas, United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.

Mr. Gonzales joined Hilliard Law as a partner in 2010. Prior to joining the firm, he was the founding partner of a large defense law firm with nationally recognized litigation clients. Mr. Gonzales is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Corpus Christi Bar Association (Vice President 1990, President 1992) and Nueces County Young Lawyers Association (Director 1982-83, President 1985). He has been named a Super Lawyer every year since 2006.

In 2014, Mr. Gonzales was accepted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (“ABOTA”). ABOTA is a national association of experienced trial lawyers dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the civil jury trial.

Mr. Gonzales attended the University of Texas Austin for his undergraduate studies and received his Bachelor of Arts in 1975 before accepting a commission as an officer in the United States Navy. Following his Naval career, Mr. Gonzales attended the University of Texas School of Law and received his Juris Doctor degree in 1981. While at UT School of Law, he excelled as a member of the Board of Advocates and winner of a prestigious mock trial competition.

How Rudy handles personal injury matters

Rudy Gonzales, Jr. is an experienced trial lawyer — he’s taken more than fifty trials to a jury verdict and has amassed substantial jury awards and settlements for plaintiffs and their families. Mr. Gonzales is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is licensed to practice law in the state courts of Texas, the United States District Courts in…

Who Rudy represents

Rudy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Corpus Christi and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Texas

    — · 1981

  • The University of Texas

    — · 1975

Jurisdictions

Rudy's state bar admissions

  • Texas, State Bar of

    1981 · ACTIVE

Rudy studied at — in The University of Texas and — in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

Rudy completed — in The University of Texas and — in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rudy runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Rudy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Rudy Gonzales's office in Corpus Christi

Rudy's primary office is at 6262 Weber Road, Suite 329, Corpus Christi, Texas, 78413-4031. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gonzales Law Firm PLLC

6262 Weber Road, Suite 329

Corpus Christi, Texas 78413-4031

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Hiring guide

How to hire Rudy Gonzales — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rudy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Rudy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rudy's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Rudy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Rudy

Rudy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Rudy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Rudy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Rudy Gonzales

  • How much does it cost to hire Rudy for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rudy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Rudy offer a free consultation?

    Rudy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rudy's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Rudy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Rudy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Rudy take my case if I'm outside Corpus Christi?

    Rudy is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Rudy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Rudy?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Rudy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Rudy accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Rudy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Corpus Christi, Houston and Dallas in Texas

Rudy handles personal injury matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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