Atty. Charles P Nicholas

Atty. Charles P Nicholas

Charles P Nicholas is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Rochester Rochester 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles P Nicholas at a glance

Charles P Nicholas is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Rochester, Minnesota. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1985). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1984) and University of Wisconsin at Madison (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in Rochester, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles P Nicholas is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Charles practices in Rochester, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Charles P Nicholas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles P Nicholas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Charles P Nicholas is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

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

Charles P Nicholas is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rochester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles P Nicholas

Where is Charles P Nicholas's law office located?
Charles P Nicholas's law practice is located in Rochester, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles P Nicholas handle?
Charles P Nicholas focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Charles P Nicholas practiced law?
Charles P Nicholas has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Charles P Nicholas go to law school?
Charles P Nicholas earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Charles P Nicholas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Wisconsin at Madison
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1985

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