Eric J.R. Nichols

4.5 (36 reviews )

Austin Texas United States

Bet-the-Company Litigation Commercial Litigation Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

737-802-1800 Website

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.

Practice Areas

Bet-the-Company Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Criminal Defense: White-Collar

Education

The University of Texas

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

36 Reviews

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Joann Stracke

Jan 31, 2026

Simply amazing representation from Eric J.R. Nichols's office during my recent legal matter

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...

Leticia Mohr

Jan 31, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Eric J.R. Nichols for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law case

Best lawyer for Bet-the-Company Litigation law in Austin. Period. I've seen others, but Eric J.R. Nichols is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best results...

Cornelius Becker

Jan 31, 2026

Simply amazing representation from Eric J.R. Nichols's office during my recent legal matter

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...

Lucia Bosco

Jan 31, 2026

Top notch experts in Austin - Eric J.R. Nichols is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Super helpful and professional staff at Eric J.R. Nichols's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal...

Traci Bosco

Jan 31, 2026

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

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Eric J.R. Nichols in Austin is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, responsive...