Atty. Nicholas James Giles

Atty. Nicholas James Giles

Mr. Nicholas James Giles is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, government, patent application and 2 other areas of law.

Richmond Richmond 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About Nicholas James Giles at a glance

Nicholas James Giles is an Attorney based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on patent, contracts, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2013) and District of Columbia (2015). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D. Summa, 2013) and Northwestern University (B.S. Magna, 2007). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Nicholas James Giles is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, government, patent application and 2 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Nicholas practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas James Giles's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas James Giles

Where is Nicholas James Giles's law office located?
Nicholas James Giles's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas James Giles handle?
Nicholas James Giles focuses on patent, contracts, business, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Nicholas James Giles practiced law?
Nicholas James Giles has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Nicholas James Giles go to law school?
Nicholas James Giles earned their education at (J.D. Summa, 2013); (B.S. Magna, 2007).
How can I contact Nicholas James Giles for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Summa
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 2013
B.S. Magna
Northwestern University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2013
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015

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