Atty. John R Nicholson

Atty. John R Nicholson

John R Nicholson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, tax law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Detroit Detroit 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John R Nicholson at a glance

John R Nicholson is a Founding Member based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Abbott Nicholson PC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1967). Educated at Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 1966) and Brown University (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John R Nicholson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, tax law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at Abbott Nicholson PC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John R Nicholson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John R Nicholson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John R Nicholson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R Nicholson

Where is John R Nicholson's law office located?
John R Nicholson's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Abbott Nicholson PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R Nicholson handle?
John R Nicholson focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John R Nicholson practiced law?
John R Nicholson has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John R Nicholson go to law school?
John R Nicholson earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact John R Nicholson for a consultation?
You can contact John R Nicholson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John R Nicholson received?
John R Nicholson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University Law School
- 1966
B.A.
Brown University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1967

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