Eric J.R. Nichols

Eric J.R. Nichols

Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

About Eric

Eric Nichols practices both civil trial and criminal law, and joined the Austin office of Butler Snow in 2019. His background includes not only many years representing companies and individuals in private practice but also experience in both Texas state government and the federal government, having served as Deputy Attorney General for Criminal Justice for the Office of the Texas Attorney General, as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, and a law clerk to a federal judge. Eric is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.

Eric Nichols practices both civil trial and criminal law, and joined the Austin office of Butler Snow in 2019. His background includes not only many years representing companies and individuals in private practice but also experience in both Texas state government and the federal government, having served as Deputy Attorney General for Criminal Justice for the Office of the Texas Attorney General, as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, and a law clerk to a federal judge. Eric is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.

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4.5 / 5

36 Reviews

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Bruce Purdy

Jan 31, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Eric J.R. Nichols in Austin

Needed help with Bet-the-Company Litigation law and Eric J.R. Nichols delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Texas looking for hig...

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Maureen Tillman

Jan 31, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Eric J.R. Nichols and staff

I was really stressed about my case in Austin, but Eric J.R. Nichols made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled every detail...

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Lyle Dickens

Jan 31, 2026

Highly recommend Eric J.R. Nichols for anyone needing expert Bet-the-Company Litigation law help in Texas

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Texas, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Eric J.R. Nichols is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They reall...

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Johnnie Grant-Lubowitz

Jan 31, 2026

Solid work and professional service from Eric J.R. Nichols in Austin for Texas residents

I appreciate how Eric J.R. Nichols handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law matter. They are obviously very experie...

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Jamie Torp

Jan 31, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Eric J.R. Nichols and staff

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Texas, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Eric J.R. Nichols is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They reall...