Atty. M Jay Nichols

Atty. M Jay Nichols

M Jay Nichols is a lawyer practicing general trial practice, insurance defense, real estate law and 7 other areas of law. M received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Columbus Columbus 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About M Jay Nichols at a glance

M Jay Nichols is a Member based in Columbus, Mississippi, practicing at The Nichols Firm PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, employment, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1995) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mis (1995). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1995) and University of Alabama (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lowndes County and American Bar Associations The Mississippi State Bar Mississippi Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Columbus, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • M Jay Nichols is a lawyer practicing general trial practice, insurance defense, real estate law and 7 other areas of law
  • M received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • M practices at The Nichols Firm PLLC in Columbus, MS

Practice Areas Explained

M Jay Nichols's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

M Jay Nichols is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

M Jay Nichols is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Mississippi →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

M Jay Nichols is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about M Jay Nichols

Where is M Jay Nichols's law office located?
M Jay Nichols's law practice is located in Columbus, Mississippi. The firm is The Nichols Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M Jay Nichols handle?
M Jay Nichols focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, employment, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has M Jay Nichols practiced law?
M Jay Nichols has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did M Jay Nichols go to law school?
M Jay Nichols earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact M Jay Nichols for a consultation?
You can contact M Jay Nichols 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 M Jay Nichols received?
M Jay Nichols's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1995
B.A.
University of Alabama
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mis
Admitted: 1995

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