Atty. Andrew Abbott Nicely

Atty. Andrew Abbott Nicely

Mr. Andrew Abbott Nicely is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, appeals and 6 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (771) 209-7411 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Andrew Abbott Nicely at a glance

Andrew Abbott Nicely is a employment, business, securities, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1997), US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit (1997), District of Columbia (1998), and Illinois (1998). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1997) and Bates College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Andrew Abbott Nicely is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, appeals and 6 other areas of law
  • Andrew received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Andrew practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Abbott Nicely's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Abbott Nicely handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Andrew Abbott Nicely is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Andrew Abbott Nicely is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Securities Law

Andrew Abbott Nicely is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Andrew Abbott Nicely is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Andrew Abbott Nicely is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Andrew Abbott Nicely

Where is Andrew Abbott Nicely's law office located?
Andrew Abbott Nicely's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Abbott Nicely handle?
Andrew Abbott Nicely focuses on employment, business, securities, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Andrew Abbott Nicely practiced law?
Andrew Abbott Nicely has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Andrew Abbott Nicely go to law school?
Andrew Abbott Nicely earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Andrew Abbott Nicely for a consultation?
You can contact Andrew Abbott Nicely 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.
What awards or recognition has Andrew Abbott Nicely received?
Andrew Abbott Nicely's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Bates College
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1997
US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
Illinois
Admitted: 1998
US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1998
US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
US District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1998
US District Court for the District of Maryland
Admitted: 2000
US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2000
US Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001
US Court of International Trade
Admitted: 2005

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