Eric Cotton
Eric D. Cotton specializes in personal injury and civil rights litigation. He has successfully represented clients in both State and Federal Court, including all of the United States District Courts in Oklahoma, the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. With his experience, Eric is able to successfully negotiate a favorable settlement for you or, if necessary, aggressively protect your rights in court to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
Areas of Practice
Personal Injury
Civil Rights
Bar Admissions
Supreme Court of Oklahoma, 2005
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Oklahoma
U.S. District Court Northern District of Oklahoma
U.S. District Court Western District of Oklahoma
U.S. Court of Appeals 10th Circuit
Supreme Court of the United States of America
Education
Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Juris Doctorate – May, 2005
Honors: Dean's List
Oklahoma Christian University, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science – May, 2002
Major: History
Minor: Pre-Law
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Honors and Awards
AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Member of National Trial Lawyers
Showcased by Super Lawyers
Professional Associations and Memberships
Oklahoma Bar Association
Oklahoma County Bar Association
American Bar Association
Temple Law Alumni Association
Past Employment Positions
Collins, Zorn & Wagner, Attorney, May 1, 2007 – January 31, 2012
Cathcart & Dooley, Attorney, March 1, 2006 – April 30, 2007
Recent Blog Posts
3 Critical Considerations For How To Save For Your Child's (or Grandchild's) College Education-Part 2
3 Critical Considerations For How To Save For Your Child's (or Grandchild's) College Education-Part 1
4 Essential Strategies For Protecting Your Family's Assets
How Estate Planning Can Reduce The High Cost of Dying - Part 2
How Estate Planning Can Reduce The High Cost of Dying - Part 1
Recommendations
- Called back promptly and answered all questions honestly.
- Eric Cotton Was brought in by another lawyer I went too And He dealt with my settlement case. He is easy to get in contact with And I think he did a wonderful Job
- One of the few law firms that represents people with civil rights lawsuits
- Cotton Law Firm did a great job for my son! Very honest and responsive to phone calls. He does what he says he is going to do! I appreciate this from a law firm. I highly recommend.
- Eric Cotton and The Cotton Law Firm has handled both of my car accident cases with professionalism. He worked hard to get my case settled and get me the best possible outcome for my situation. I am completely satisfied with how Eric handled my cases. He's an excellent attorney!!
- He's always available when I need him. Fast results all of the time.
- Eric Cotton is a wonderful attorney! He is fair, honest, easy to get in contact with and truly fights for your rights. He works for the best interest of his client and gets you the maximum settlement possible. Not only is he a fair and honest attorney but he's also easy to talk to with no sugar c...
- I was in a head on collision a little over 2 years ago and had someone that used to be a friend recommend me to Eric and I am so thankful I did because I would have been so lost especially dealing with the insurance companies! He went above and beyond for my case. No one could ask for a better l...
- My "fact checker" to-go-to before I reach out to my haters on the other side of civil court... Very experienced and really knows what he's doing. Client for over 15 years!
- I recommend Eric Cotton and The Cotton Law Firm to anyone who really wants an attorney who really cares about you and your case. I've known him for several years and can guarantee he'll treat you well and do the best job he can for you.
- Most sincere, honest, hard working and integrity driven individual I know. Recommend him to any one!
- Didn't get what I was hoping for, but Eric explained why.
- Very professional and these guys know what they're doing . Thank you
- Great service. Knowledgeable staff. Worked hard for me.
- Great communication. Fair and honest.
- Mr. Cotton did a wonderful job representing me. He provided me with a clear picture of all my options up front, and I was happy with the outcome of the and his fee.
- Very professional. Very personable. Very honest. My experience with Mr. Cotton was very positive. He helped tremendously within my case. I recommend him highly.
- Eric was very helpful, and easy to work with. It was a pleasure working with him.
- Eric Cotton in my opinion is a responsible and capable lawyer regarding the person/and or firms whom he chooses to represent in litigation. I was always kept informed of all filings and proceeding in regards to my case with Mr. Cotton. Mr Cotton was always available and reliable in returning phon...
- Eric Cotton handled my issue with care and professionalism. He worked hard to get us the fair outcome that we deserved and made a hard time easier for me and my family. I would recommend him to anyone!