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Nicolas Borda, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and General

AttorneyatReed Smith LLP

Houston, TX

Practicing business in Houston since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
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Nicolas Borda is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nicolas has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Business · Energy · General
  • Handles Business, Energy, and General matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Nicolas Borda: Nicolas Borda is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nicolas has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Nicolas takes on

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

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Nicolas 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 Nicolas agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Houston, Texas

Nicolas 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 Nicolas agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Nicolas 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 Nicolas agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Houston, Texas

Nicolas takes government 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 Nicolas agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Houston, Texas

Nicolas 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 Nicolas agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Nicolas Borda — business lawyer in Houston

Nicolas Borda is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Nicolas has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.

Nicolas Borda is a lawyer practicing global energy & infrastructure, corporate & securities, global - latin american and iberian practice and 2 other areas of law. Nicolas received a degree from Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico in 1993, and has been licensed for 33 years. Nicolas practices at Reed Smith LLP in Houston, TX.

Working with Nicolas on a business matter

Nicolas Borda is a lawyer practicing global energy & infrastructure, corporate & securities, global - latin american and iberian practice and 2 other areas of law. Nicolas received a degree from Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico in 1993, and has been licensed for 33 years. Nicolas practices at Reed Smith LLP in Houston, TX.

Clients Nicolas works with

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. 1994 Associate Editor The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. International Law Journal

  • Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico

    Law Degree · 1993

Jurisdictions

Nicolas's state bar admissions

  • New York

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Mexico

    1993 · ACTIVE

Nicolas studied at — in The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. 1994 Associate Editor The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. International Law Journal and Law Degree in Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico.

Law school and academic background

Nicolas completed — in The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. 1994 Associate Editor The University of Texas School of Law LL.M. International Law Journal and Law Degree in Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicolas runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Nicolas Borda's office in Houston

Nicolas's primary office is at 811 Main St., Ste. 1700, Houston, TX, 77002-6110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Reed Smith LLP

811 Main St., Ste. 1700

Houston, TX 77002-6110

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Hiring guide

How to hire Nicolas Borda — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Nicolas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicolas'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; Nicolas 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 Nicolas

Nicolas 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. Nicolas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Nicolas'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 Nicolas Borda

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

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

  • Does Nicolas offer a free consultation?

    Nicolas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicolas's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nicolas'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. Nicolas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Nicolas 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 — Nicolas 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 Nicolas?

    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. Nicolas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Nicolas accepting new business clients right now?

    Nicolas'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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