Atty. James Nichols

Atty. James Nichols

James Nichols is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, securities / investment fraud. James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Arlington Heights Arlington Heights 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James Nichols at a glance

James Nichols is an Asst. States Atty. based in Arlington Heights, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at DePaul University J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.A. (—). Serands clients in Arlington Heights, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Nichols is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, securities / investment fraud
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices in Arlington Heights, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Nichols's Areas of Practice

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Where is James Nichols's law office located?
James Nichols's law practice is located in Arlington Heights, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Nichols handle?
James Nichols focuses on m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Nichols practiced law?
James Nichols has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Education

DePaul University J.D.
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University of Illinois B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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