Atty. John Nelson Nicholas

Atty. John Nelson Nicholas

John Nelson Nicholas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, general practice and 6 other areas of law. John has been licensed for 13 years.

Elizabethtown Elizabethtown 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About John Nelson Nicholas at a glance

John Nelson Nicholas is a wills, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2013). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (Juris Doctor, 2012). Serands clients in Elizabethtown, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Nelson Nicholas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, general practice and 6 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 13 years
  • John practices in Elizabethtown, KY

Practice Areas Explained

John Nelson Nicholas's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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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.

John Nelson Nicholas is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kentucky →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Nelson Nicholas

Where is John Nelson Nicholas's law office located?
John Nelson Nicholas's law practice is located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Nelson Nicholas handle?
John Nelson Nicholas focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John Nelson Nicholas practiced law?
John Nelson Nicholas has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did John Nelson Nicholas go to law school?
John Nelson Nicholas earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2012).
How can I contact John Nelson Nicholas for a consultation?
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Education

Juris Doctor
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2013

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