Joel Gonzalez

Joel Gonzalez has built a solid reputation over nearly two decades of dedicated legal service in Corpus Christi, Texas. Concentrating on Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy, as well as personal injury law, he provides practical guidance to clients facing serious financial or physical challenges. Through skilled advocacy and compassionate understanding, Joel helps individuals regain stability and rebuild their financial lives.

Joel began his academic path at Del Mar College, earning a degree in Applied Science in 1996. He continued at Texas A&M University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in 2000. His pursuit of legal knowledge culminated in a Juris Doctor from Cleveland St Univ in 2004, establishing the foundation for his professional commitment to justice and debtor protection.

Joel has been an active participant in several professional organizations that reflect his focus on bankruptcy practice. Since 2008, he has been a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and the American Bankruptcy Institute. In 2015, he joined the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees, further aligning his expertise with the highest standards in debtor representation and bankruptcy law.

Joel is also a sought-after speaker, having shared his insights at key legal conferences. His presentations include the “CARES Act and Tips for Debtor Representation” at the 40th Annual Jay L. Westbrook Bankruptcy Conference in 2021, and “Getting it Right the First Time or Not: The Right to Amend and Limitations” at the Southern District of Texas Bankruptcy Bench Bar Conference in 2018. His 2016 State Bar of Texas publication, Top 10+++ Bankruptcy Deadlines You Don’t Want to Miss, continues to guide attorneys in avoiding critical procedural errors.

Joel Gonzalez remains devoted to assisting clients through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. With nearly two decades of practice and a career built on diligence, education, and service, he provides each client with the informed counsel and trusted representation they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Joel Gonzalez
• Member, State Bar of Texas

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Cleveland State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas A&M University
  BA in Communication and Media Studies

Awards & Badges