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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Janet Kirlin

Jan 31, 2026

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

Short and sweet: Eric J.R. Nichols is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Bet-the-Company Litigation law. If you're in Austin and need help with your legal issues, call them immediat...

Maggie Jacobson

Jan 31, 2026

Outstanding experience with Eric J.R. Nichols in Austin - truly the best legal team

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to Eric J.R. Nichols. They helped me out big time with my Bet-the-Company Litigation law issue and kept me informed at every...

Krista Powlowski

Jan 31, 2026

Absolutely Great! I couldn't be happier with the service from Eric J.R. Nichols

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...

Benjamin Schmitt

Jan 31, 2026

Would recommend Eric J.R. Nichols for sure to anyone in Austin needing legal help

I wasn't sure who to call for my Bet-the-Company Litigation law problem, but I'm so glad I went with Eric J.R. Nichols. They really listened to me and understood my situation. It was such a relief to...

Devin Goldner

Jan 31, 2026

Eric J.R. Nichols did a great job handling my complex Bet-the-Company Litigation law case from start to finish

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...