Atty. Gary Wayne Nicholson

Atty. Gary Wayne Nicholson

Mr. Gary Wayne Nicholson is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, surety, fire insurance and 3 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (656) 228-0877

Profile Summary

About Gary Wayne Nicholson at a glance

Gary Wayne Nicholson is a workers comp, insurance, adr, and maritime attorney based in Tampa, Florida. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1977) and Florida (1977). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1977) and University of Florida (B.S.J., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association North Carolina State Bar The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Gary Wayne Nicholson is a lawyer practicing casualty insurance, surety, fire insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • Gary Wayne received a B.S.J. degree from University of Florida in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Gary Wayne practices in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Gary Wayne Nicholson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Wayne Nicholson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gary Wayne Nicholson is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Gary Wayne Nicholson is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Florida →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Gary Wayne Nicholson is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Florida →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Gary Wayne Nicholson is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary Wayne Nicholson

Where is Gary Wayne Nicholson's law office located?
Gary Wayne Nicholson's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary Wayne Nicholson handle?
Gary Wayne Nicholson focuses on workers comp, insurance, adr, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Gary Wayne Nicholson practiced law?
Gary Wayne Nicholson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Gary Wayne Nicholson go to law school?
Gary Wayne Nicholson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S.J., 1974).
How can I contact Gary Wayne Nicholson for a consultation?
You can contact Gary Wayne Nicholson 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 Gary Wayne Nicholson received?
Gary Wayne Nicholson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1977
B.S.J.
University of Florida
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1977
Florida
Admitted: 1977

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