Atty. Nicholas Joseph Derda

Atty. Nicholas Joseph Derda

Nicholas Joseph Derda is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil practice, commercial and 1 other area of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

South Bend South Bend 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas Joseph Derda at a glance

Nicholas Joseph Derda is an Associate based in South Bend, Indiana, practicing at Sopko, Nussbaum, Inabnit & Kaczmarek. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2008) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (2008). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 2008) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. History, 2005). Active member of St and Joseph County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in South Bend, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nicholas Joseph Derda is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, civil practice, commercial and 1 other area of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Nicholas practices at Sopko, Nussbaum, Inabnit & Kaczmarek in South Bend, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Joseph Derda's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas Joseph Derda

Where is Nicholas Joseph Derda's law office located?
Nicholas Joseph Derda's law practice is located in South Bend, Indiana. The firm is Sopko, Nussbaum, Inabnit & Kaczmarek. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Joseph Derda handle?
Nicholas Joseph Derda focuses on business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Nicholas Joseph Derda practiced law?
Nicholas Joseph Derda has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Nicholas Joseph Derda go to law school?
Nicholas Joseph Derda earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. History, 2005).
How can I contact Nicholas Joseph Derda for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 2008
B.A. History
University of Notre Dame
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 2008

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