Chad Eric Mills

Chad Eric Mills, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental

PartneratSheppard Mullin

Houston, TX

Practicing business in Houston since 1998.

28+
Years practicing
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Chad Eric Mills is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Chad has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
Business · Energy · Environmental
  • Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Chad Eric Mills: Chad Eric Mills is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Chad has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Chad takes on

Chad concentrates on business, energy, environmental, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Chad takes business matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Houston, Texas

Chad takes energy matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Houston, Texas

Chad takes environmental matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Chad takes general matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Houston, Texas

Chad takes m&a matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Chad Eric Mills — business lawyer in Houston

Chad Eric Mills is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Chad has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Mr. Chad Eric Mills is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, derivatives and structured products, real estate, energy, land use & environmental and 6 other areas of law. Chad received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 28 years. Chad practices at Sheppard Mullin in Houston, TX.

Chad's approach to business cases

Mr. Chad Eric Mills is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, derivatives and structured products, real estate, energy, land use & environmental and 6 other areas of law. Chad received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 28 years. Chad practices at Sheppard Mullin in Houston, TX.

Clients Chad works with

Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Texas at Austin B.S. University of Houston Law Center J.D. summa cum laude; Houston Law Review

Jurisdictions

Chad's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1998 · ACTIVE

Chad studied at — in University of Texas at Austin B.S. University of Houston Law Center J.D. summa cum laude; Houston Law Review.

Law school and academic background

Chad completed — in University of Texas at Austin B.S. University of Houston Law Center J.D. summa cum laude; Houston Law Review. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Chad Eric Mills's office in Houston

Chad's primary office is at 700 Louisiana Street, Suite 2750, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sheppard Mullin

700 Louisiana Street, Suite 2750

Houston, TX 77002

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Hiring guide

How to hire Chad Eric Mills — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Chad

Chad discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Chad's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Chad Eric Mills

  • How much does it cost to hire Chad for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Chad offer a free consultation?

    Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Chad's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Chad take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Chad is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chad will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Chad?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Chad accepting new business clients right now?

    Chad's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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