Atty. Nicholas James Nelson

Atty. Nicholas James Nelson

Mr. Nicholas James Nelson is a lawyer practicing appellate advocacy, litigation & advocacy, appellate and high-stakes general litigation and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas James Nelson at a glance

Nicholas James Nelson is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Bancroft PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in Maryland Maryl (2009) and District of Columbia (2011). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 2008) and Olaf College B.A. cum laude St. Olaf College (B.A. Economics, 2005). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Nicholas James Nelson is a lawyer practicing appellate advocacy, litigation & advocacy, appellate and high-stakes general litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Olaf College, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Nicholas practices at Bancroft PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas James Nelson's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas James Nelson

Where is Nicholas James Nelson's law office located?
Nicholas James Nelson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Bancroft PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas James Nelson handle?
Nicholas James Nelson focuses on litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Nicholas James Nelson practiced law?
Nicholas James Nelson has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Nicholas James Nelson go to law school?
Nicholas James Nelson earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Economics, 2005).
How can I contact Nicholas James Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 2008
B.A. Economics
Olaf College B.A. cum laude St. Olaf College
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Maryland Maryl
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2011

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