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Stephen Anthony Nicholas
also known as Stephen Nicholas
About Stephen
Biography
30+ Years Experience As A Trial Lawyer
I am a San Antonio trial lawyer with 30+ years experience in the courtroom. I have handled thousands of cases throughout my career. I can help you if you have been arrested for DWI, or if you have been charged with a more serious crime such as Assault, Aggravated Assault, Murder, or Aggravated Sexual Assault. I am a former criminal investigator and prosecutor, so I have the experience and knowledge to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.
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First visits are always free. Once the decision has been made to hire me as your attorney, convenient monthly payment options can be arranged.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
35%
42 years | 1,750 cases
DUI and DWI
35%
42 years | 1,750 cases
Family
30%
42 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 41 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1984
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Location
The Law Office of Stephen Nicholas
202 Ruelle Lane, San Antonio, TX, 78209
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Stephen Anthony Nicholas's Reviews
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Posted by Amanda | September 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child custody dispute
This attorney was not appropriate for our child custody case. After filing the motion, we were asked to meet with him to prep for our case. He didn’t show up. When in front of the judge, he acted as if he knew nothing about the facts. And after taking $8600 of my money, I received absolutely no writt...
Stephen Nicholas
Replied last September 20, 2018If I can do anything to assist you, please let me know. I would be interested in doing whatever necessary to answer any questions. Contact me anytime. Best Regards, Stephen Nicholas
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Richard Pena
I hired Mr. Nicholas for a DWI 2nd case. Mr. Nicholas was able to help me understand the severity of the charge and represented my case with complete satisfaction. I have already recommended him to a friend of mine in a similar situation.
Stephen Nicholas
Replied last September 13, 2018Thank you for your commendation. There is nothing more satisfying than helping a person move on with their life in a positive direction.
Stephen Anthony Nicholas's Lawyer Endorsements
"Stephen and his years of experience adds to the texture and fabric of the Texas legal community. His thoughtful insight to issues and his thorough analysis and offered solutions, reflect an understanding of and empathy for the person affected by those issues. His contribution to the welfare of his clients and the legal community is unparalleled."
"Mr. Nicholas is that rare defense counsel who has had experience as a prosecutor, has street smarts, and is devotion to zealously defending the citizen-accused. The patience and legal excellence that his Avvo answers reveal is a rare quality in an experienced criminal defense attorney. I endorse Stephen without reservation. WM"
"Mr. Stephen is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and provides a great service to AVVO users in answering their questions both thoroughly and with great insight."
"Stephen was one of my supervising attorneys when I was first practicing law at Nicholas & Barrera. I appreciate the trial experience he provided me then and his continuing friendship."
"Excellent and thorough responses. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen and I seem to answer, and agree, to many of the same questions relating to criminal defense. His answers are particularly well written, passionate, and insightful. He is very diligent in his answers, giving correct information and cites to support his position. I particularly like how he does not seem judgmental with his answers. I give him my highest endorsement."
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"Steve is an aggressive, smart advocate. Highest endorsement."
"Stephen Nicholas is a pillar of the San Antonio legal community. Despite his excellent reputation, he stays humble and client-centered. Great lawyer to have on your side."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2016
Top Contributor, Avvo
1995
Guest Speaker, Texas Association of Polygraph Examiners
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Stephen Nicholas, PC
2005 - 2010
Partner, Carabin Shaw
2004 - 2005
Partner, Malaise, Davis & Nicholas
1987 - 2004
Staff Attorney, Nicholas & Barrera
1986 - 1987
Assistant District Attorney, Bexar County District Attorney's Office
1984 - 1986
Staff Attorney, Nicholas & Barrera
1977 - 1978
Criminal Investigator, Bexar County District Attorney's Office
Associations
1984 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
San Antonio Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Western District of TexasMember
1984 - Present
Texas Bar AssocationMember
State Bar College
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
College of the State Bar of Texas
Member
San Antonio Bar Association, Criminal Law and Procedure Committee
Past Chairman
San Antonio Bar Association, Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee
Former Board Member
1984 - 2010
American Bar AssociationMember
1975 - 1976
Alamo Area Council of Governments Drug Abuse Advisory CommitteeBoard Member
1974 - 1975
Drug Abuse CentralExecutive Assistant To Director
Education
1983
St. Mary's University School of Law, San Antonio, TX
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1995
Texas Association of Polygraph Examiners
Guest Speaker
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I apply illegal search and seizure for my possession charge, if I wasn't under arrest nor suspicion of a crime?
16 Dec 2024
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I was arrested tow hours out Austin in the middle of nowhere should I get a lawyer from Austin or where I was arrested?
17 Dec 2024
Q&A
I haveca motion to revoke no bond. Help
26 Nov 2024