Honors & Rewards
2022 S.A. Scene Rising Star Lawyer
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- DWI
Education
- St. Mary’s School of Law, San Antonio Texas, 2021, J.D.
- University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas, 2017, B.A. in Political Science
Past Employment
- Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office Special Victims Division
- Thirteenth Court of Appeals
Nicolette Saenz
(830) 769-1010
Nicolette was born and raised in the Valley and moved to the San Antonio area to attend University of Texas-San Antonio to obtain her B.A. in Political Science. Nicolette then attended St. Mary’s School of Law. While at St. Mary’s, Nicolette joined BRCK Criminal Defense Attorneys as a Legal Intern where her passion for criminal defense and zealous advocacy for criminal defendants began. In addition, Nicolette also worked as a Teaching Assistant for the Wrongful Conviction Review Project and a Student Attorney for the Center for Legal and Social Justice.
Nicolette has also worked for the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office, Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office Special Victims Division, and the Thirteenth Court of Appeals under Justice Nora Longoria.
After law school, Nicolette was asked to join BRCK Criminal Defense as an Associate Attorney where she works full time serving the needs of the firm’s clients.
Nicolette has recently been named as a 2022 S.A. Scene Rising Star Lawyer.
From Our Clients

“Chris C was outstanding in my sons case. Chris kept in touch with us and let us know what to expect and before trail and during trail
My son was found Not Guilty“

“I was really impressed with Christopher Cavazos and how well he knew the law. On several occasions he’s given us valuable legal advice and has been respectful and professional no matter how many questions we had. I recommend him to everyone I know!”

“Chris has been our family lawyer for years, he’s helped us on everything from contract review to traffic tickets. I highly recommend him and his firm to anyone.”