Laura Lopez Nickerson

Corporate Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Austin, Texas

8+ years experience

Vela Wood

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

512-813-7300

https://velawood.com/attorney/laura-lopez-nickerson/

1211 E. 4th Street, Suite 210, Austin, TX 78702

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Bio

Laura Lopez Nickerson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Laura Lopez, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laura Lopez is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Laura Lopez Nickerson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Laura Lopez, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laura Lopez is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Laura Lopez Nickerson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Laura Lopez, who practices law in Austin, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laura Lopez is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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Jurisdiction

Texas

State Capital

Austin

Highest Court

Texas Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Texas

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Energy Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2025

Education

University of Denver, J.D., graduated 2017

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Reviews

Nicole Clark

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex business acquisition

Laura Lopez Nickerson at Vela Wood provided outstanding counsel during our recent acquisition of a small renewable energy firm. Her dual recognition in both Corporate Law and Energy Law was immediately apparent; she navigated the M&A process with precision while also understanding the specific regulatory and contractual nuances of the energy sector. Her eight years of experience, particularly since her 2017 graduation, meant she was both knowledgeable and brought a modern, practical approach. She anticipated issues we hadn't considered and kept the transaction moving forward efficiently. While her expertise is clearly top-tier, communication response times could occasionally be a day or two during very busy periods, which is a minor note in an otherwise excellent experience. I would confidently recommend her for any business or energy-related legal matter in Austin.