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Michael G. Terry, Personal Injury Attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas

Hartline Barger LLP

Corpus Christi, TX

Trusted personal injury attorney serving Corpus Christi.

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Michael G. Terry is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.

Based in
Corpus Christi, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Corpus Christi, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Corpus Christi) (2013).

About Michael G. Terry: Michael G. Terry is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Michael takes on

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

Personal Injury cases in Corpus Christi, Texas

Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Michael G. Terry — personal injury lawyer in Corpus Christi

Michael G. Terry is an attorney based in Corpus Christi, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.

Michael G. Terry is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Michael G., who practices law in Corpus Christi, Texas, has been recognized since 1993. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael's approach to personal injury cases

Michael G. Terry is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Michael G., who practices law in Corpus Christi, Texas, has been recognized since 1993. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael G. is held by other top…

The kind of cases Michael takes

Michael 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

    J.D. · 1974

Michael studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Michael has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Corpus Christi)

    2013

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Corpus Christi) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026).

Locations

Michael G. Terry's office in Corpus Christi

Michael's primary office is at 800 North Shoreline Boulevard, Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hartline Barger LLP

800 North Shoreline Boulevard

Corpus Christi, Texas 78401

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael G. Terry — 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 Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael 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 Michael

Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael'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 Michael G. Terry

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

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

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

    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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Michael accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Michael'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

Michael 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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