Atty. Nicholas John Lake

Atty. Nicholas John Lake

Nicholas “Nick” Lake is a trial attorney at Harrell & Harrell, with nearly two decades of experience in the legal field. His practice focuses on personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, and other negligence-related claims.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Nicholas John Lake at a glance

Nicholas John Lake is an Attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Harrell & Harrell, P.A.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida (2007). Educated at Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center (J.D., 2007) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 2003). Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas “Nick” Lake is a trial attorney at Harrell & Harrell, with nearly two decades of experience in the legal field
  • His practice focuses on personal injury litigation, including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, and other negligence-related claims
  • Nick began his legal career as a prosecutor with the State Attorney’s Office in Jacksonville, Florida, where he served from 2007 to 2012
  • During that time, he tried more than 70 jury trials and handled cases in specialized divisions such as Homicide and Major Crimes
  • As a Division Chief, he was responsible for training and mentoring new prosecutors
  • His work earned recognition from Mothers Against Drunk Driving for his dedication to DUI prosecution and public safety
  • He later transitioned to civil litigation, bringing with him a trial-tested approach and a deep sense of purpose in representing the injured
  • Since joining Harrell & Harrell in 2016, Nick has focused on helping clients navigate the legal process with confidence and clarity
  • Nick is a passionate advocate known for his strong commitment and ability to guide clients throughout every phase of their case
  • Nick earned his Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Nova Southeastern University, graduating in the top 10% of his class
  • While in law school, he served as executive editor of the Law Review, where he developed a strong foundation in legal writing and analysis
  • His combined courtroom experience and academic background allow him to build strong legal strategies and advocate effectively on behalf of every client he serves

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas John Lake's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Where is Nicholas John Lake's law office located?
Nicholas John Lake's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Harrell & Harrell, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas John Lake handle?
Nicholas John Lake focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Nicholas John Lake practiced law?
Nicholas John Lake has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Nicholas John Lake go to law school?
Nicholas John Lake earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2003).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
- 2007
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2007

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