John Bo Nichols

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John Bo Nichols

also known as Bo Nichols

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Family

1201 Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX

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About John

Biography

Dedicated and compassionate board certified family law attorney. **COVID-19 update: YES, we are open for business - call, message or email today.**

Dedicated and compassionate board certified family law attorney

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Family Trial Lawyer, divorce, enforcement, child custody and support.

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 95-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 4
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Bo Nichols Law Firm

1201 Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX, 77007

bonicholslaw.com/about/

Online Presence

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John Bo Nichols's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

66 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 28 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Carol | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Dad reunited with son...one happy family

Immediately following our initial consultation with Bo, I knew our search for the most qualified attorney to represent my son had ended. I hired him without hesitation even though his fees were higher than others we had contacted. My son was being denied visitation and Bo started strategizing and w...orking on our case as soon as the contract was signed. In spite of my son's prior criminal record, Bo's knowledge and expertise in family custody law put our minds at ease that he could still obtain a favorable verdict. His celebrity endorsements, name recognition, familiarity with mediators and Judges, and the respect he has from his peers within the Court system were impressive as well. Our case was settled in mediation with a victorious outcome. Bo continues to make himself available resolving all issues and concerns as they arise. I am forever grateful to Bo for his dedication to see that our grandson be returned to us. Personally, I would not want to be on the opposing side of him in Court because of the successful reputation he has earned. We would hire him again in a heartbeat...he is definitely worth every penny.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommend

Bo has represented my husband and I in a very complicated custody matter since April 2015. This is an extremely unusual case involving other family members (not a divorce situation) and he has remained confident, knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire process. We have been extremely hap...py with the outcome so far and impressed with his litigation skills. Let's just say we Almost felt pity for the opposing counsel.. We know we are in good hands and have no concerns about outcomes of possible future proceedings. Also always prompt to return phone calls, emails, etc. and has a great staff. Highly recommend Bo!!

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Bo is a great lawyer in a difficult profession

Family law is not a practice area where your clients are particularly enthused to be in the process. I would say I definitely fell into that category. Bo represented me in a divorce and custody matter. I did not enjoy the process, but Bo was proficient and human. He did an excellent job on the le...gal matters, but he also was very respectful and empathetic concerning the process. Bo understood that the most favorable outcome was still going to be an unfortunate life experience for me and gave me wise and knowledgeable advice. He routinely counseled me as my attorney, and then also as a father and husband. I only paid him for his legal counsel, but I was most appreciative of his human qualities. There are literally thousands of "lawyer jokes" out there. Bo humanizes the practice and that is something that is truly rare and valuable. If you are in a relationship that has reached its end and need a divorce lawyer who is not a robot, Bo is one of the most talented out there. I would highly recommend him. I sincerely hope I never find myself in those circumstances again. If I do, I will be going with Bo.

Posted by Rose N | March 23, 2015

Great job great outcome

I found Mr. Nichols to be extremely knowledgable, aggressive and well versed in what the other side would try to do. I found this very comforting at a difficult time. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Brian | March 23, 2015 | Child Custody

Stellar Results

We hired Bo to protect our son's visitation rights with his daughter. Our son was repeatedly being denied visitation by the mother of his daughter. Because of Bo's knowledge & expertise, our son was awarded full custody of his daughter, and she is now in a safe, stable & loving home. It is exceeding...ly rare for custody to be taken away from a mother and awarded to a father in Texas courts, and we were extremely fortunate to have a lawyer of Bo's caliber working for us. We highly recommend Bo.

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John Bo Nichols's Lawyer Endorsements

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Harris Brumer

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"Bo knows Family Law, alright! I got to witness his expertise and superb trial skills firsthand as a student at the Family Law Trial Institute, held annually in Houston. Bo is truly a dynamic and passionate attorney, who's energy is palpable. I refer all Texas Family Law cases to him-- he's that good. I wholeheartedly endorse John "Bo" Nichols. He's an excellent attorney and a nice person as well."

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Michelle LeBlanc

Child custody lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John Nichols aggressively handles high conflict cases with results."

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John Newsome

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bo Nichols for the better part of a decade and I can say without hesitation that he is an exceptional lawyer. He takes time with each legal issue, no matter how small and always gets the job done. On numerous occasions, I have called upon him to offer insight to a difficult legal matter. He always has THE answer. If I ever need the services of a family lawyer, he is the only one I trust."

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Thomas Conner

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2005

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2003

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Bo Nichols Law, PLLC

2016 - 2019

Shareholder, Koons Fuller

2013 - 2016

Attorney, Bo Nichols Law Firm

2007 - 2011

Partner, Jenkins & Kamin

1999 - 2007

Attorney, Nicols Law, P.L.L.C.

Associations

2016 - Present

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (U.S.

Fellow

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law American Inn of Court

Master

Burta Rhoads Raborn Family Law American Inn of Court

Treasurer

International Academy of Family Lawyers

Fellow

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Fellow

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section

Member

Fort Bend County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

Innovations: Breaking Boundaries In Custody Litigation

Behaviors That Sabotage the Parent-Child Relationship and What to Do About Them

2016

Annual Meeting

Domestic Torts

2012

Brazoria County Bar Association

Proven Winning Strategies of Modern Litigation

2011

36th Annual Advanced Family Law Course

Other Causes of Action

2010

Houston Bar Association, Family Law Section

Local Rules - Knowing Your Courts

Publications

2018

Nevada State Bar Journal Litigation Essentials

Languages

Spanish

English

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