Atty. James Key Nichols

Atty. James Key Nichols

James Key Nichols is a lawyer practicing trial practice, general practice. James received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About James Key Nichols at a glance

James Key Nichols is an Associate based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2007). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 2007) and Carleton College (B.A. Political, 2002). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Key Nichols is a lawyer practicing trial practice, general practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • James practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James Key Nichols's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Key Nichols handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Minneapolis 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 James Key Nichols

Where is James Key Nichols's law office located?
James Key Nichols's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Key Nichols handle?
James Key Nichols focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Key Nichols practiced law?
James Key Nichols has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did James Key Nichols go to law school?
James Key Nichols earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. Political, 2002).
How can I contact James Key Nichols for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 2007
B.A. Political
Carleton College
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2007

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