Atty. James M. Nicholas

Atty. James M. Nicholas

James M. Nicholas is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, antitrust / trade law, health care and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Nicholas at a glance

James M. Nicholas is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, and health care. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts First Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Court for the District of Massac (2002). Educated at University of Maryland J.D. (—) and State University of New York at Geneseo B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James M. Nicholas is a lawyer practicing contracts / agreements, antitrust / trade law, health care and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • James practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Nicholas's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Nicholas

Where is James M. Nicholas's law office located?
James M. Nicholas's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Nicholas handle?
James M. Nicholas focuses on contracts, employment, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has James M. Nicholas practiced law?
James M. Nicholas has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did James M. Nicholas go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has James M. Nicholas received?
James M. Nicholas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

University of Maryland J.D.
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State University of New York at Geneseo B.A.
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts First Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Court for the District of Massac
Admitted: 2002

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