Atty. John Nichols

Atty. John Nichols

John Nichols is a lawyer practicing divorce / separation, family, elder law. John has been licensed for 20 years.

San Diego San Diego 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About John Nichols at a glance

John Nichols is a divorce, family law, and elder law attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2006). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John Nichols is a lawyer practicing divorce / separation, family, elder law
  • John has been licensed for 20 years
  • John practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Nichols's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John Nichols is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Nichols

Where is John Nichols's law office located?
John Nichols's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Nichols handle?
John Nichols focuses on divorce, family law, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Nichols practiced law?
John Nichols has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
How can I contact John Nichols for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006

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