Atty. Eric Christopher Opiela

Atty. Eric Christopher Opiela

Mr. Eric Christopher Opiela is a lawyer practicing campaign, administrative and public, environmental and 18 other areas of law.

Galveston Galveston 23 yrs experience 23 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Eric Christopher Opiela at a glance

Eric Christopher Opiela is a Member based in Galveston, Texas, practforg at Opiela Mixon PLLC. They haand 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in US Supreme Court US Court of Federal Claims (2003), Texas (2003), and Texas Western District Court Federal Circuit Court of Appeals (2005). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 2002) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Galveston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Eric Christopher Opiela is a lawyer practicing campaign, administrative and public, environmental and 18 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Eric practices at Opiela Mixon PLLC in Galveston, TX

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Galveston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Texas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Galveston or all attorneys in Texas.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Christopher Opiela

Where is Eric Christopher Opiela's law office located?
Eric Christopher Opiela's law practice is located in Galveston, Texas. The firm is Opiela Mixon PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Eric Christopher Opiela practiced law?
Eric Christopher Opiela has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Eric Christopher Opiela go to law school?
Eric Christopher Opiela earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Eric Christopher Opiela for a consultation?
You can contact Eric Christopher Opiela directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 2002
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 2000

Bar Admissions

US Supreme Court US Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2003
Texas
Admitted: 2003
Texas Western District Court Federal Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2005

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.