
Eric Karl Thompson, Energy Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, Environmental, and General
PartneratAkers & Thompson LLC
Denver, CO
Practicing energy in Denver since 2009.
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Eric Karl Thompson is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Eric has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akers & Thompson LLC.
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Energy · Environmental · General
- Handles Energy, Environmental, and General matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric Karl Thompson: Eric Karl Thompson is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Eric has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akers & Thompson LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Eric takes on
Eric concentrates on energy, environmental, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Environmental
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General
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M&A
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Energy cases in Denver, Colorado
Eric takes energy matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Denver, Colorado
Eric takes environmental matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
General cases in Denver, Colorado
Eric takes general matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Denver, Colorado
Eric takes m&a matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Eric Karl Thompson — energy lawyer in Denver
Eric Karl Thompson is a partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Eric has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akers & Thompson LLC.
Mr. Eric Karl Thompson is a lawyer practicing oil and gas acquisitions, general practice, oil and gas title examination and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Regis University, and has been licensed for 17 years. Eric practices at Akers & Thompson LLC in Denver, CO.
Eric's approach to energy cases
Mr. Eric Karl Thompson is a lawyer practicing oil and gas acquisitions, general practice, oil and gas title examination and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Regis University, and has been licensed for 17 years. Eric practices at Akers & Thompson LLC in Denver, CO.
Clients Eric works with
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, environmental, and general matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Wyoming
J.D. · 2006
Regis University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Utah
2016 · ACTIVE
New Mexico
2016 · ACTIVE
Colorado
2009 · ACTIVE
Wyoming
2009 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in University of Wyoming and — in Regis University B.A..
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in University of Wyoming and — in Regis University B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Eric's professional memberships and bar associations
Colorado Bar Association
Member, Young Lawyers Division · membership
Locations
Eric Karl Thompson's office in Denver
Eric's primary office is at Denver Corporate Center I, 4700 S. Syracuse Street, Suite 810, Denver, CO, 80237. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Akers & Thompson LLC
Denver Corporate Center I, 4700 S. Syracuse Street, Suite 810
Denver, CO 80237
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How to hire Eric Karl Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Denver, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric Karl Thompson
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple energy 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Eric is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new energy clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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