Robert P. Goodin

Robert P. Goodin

Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law Venture Capital Law
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024

About Robert

Robert P. Goodin: Experienced Corporate and Transactional Lawyer in Houston, Texas

Robert P. Goodin is a partner in the Houston and Austin offices of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. His practice focuses on complex and strategically important transactions including mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, divestitures, joint ventures, and corporate governance, with a particular emphasis on the infrastructure and energy sectors. He also advises clients on ESG-related investing, such as transactions involving carbon management, renewable energy, and the energy transition.

Practice Areas

  • Corporate Law
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Venture Capital Law

Robert is an adjunct professor at The University of Texas School of Law, where he teaches a course on transactional law titled 'Doing Deals'. He has been recognized as one of the Ones to Watch by Best Attorney USA since 2024.

Awards

  • Recognized in Corporate Law
  • Recognized in Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Recognized in Venture Capital Law

Firms

  • Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Affiliations

  • Adjunct Professor at The University of Texas School of Law, teaching 'Doing Deals'

Languages

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Reviews

4.6 / 5

39 Reviews

1,054 Profile Views

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Ernestine Runolfsdottir

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Robert P. Goodin's firm

I've already told all my friends and family about Robert P. Goodin. If you need Corporate Law help in Texas, they're the ones to see without any doubt. They are local experts who really understand the...

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Rosalie Walter

Jan 31, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Robert P. Goodin and staff

Honestly, I can't thank Robert P. Goodin enough for everything they've done for me. They really know their stuff when it comes to Corporate Law and it shows in the results. 10/10 would recommend to an...

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Joseph Emmerich

Jan 31, 2026

Would recommend Robert P. Goodin for sure to anyone in Houston needing legal help

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to Robert P. Goodin and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their...

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Carol Bayer

Jan 31, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Robert P. Goodin provided excellent service throughout

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Robert P. Goodin in Houston is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, responsive...

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Shelly Bergstrom

Jan 31, 2026

Solid work and professional service from Robert P. Goodin in Houston for Texas residents

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Robert P. Goodin in Houston is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, responsive...