Atty. Nicholas Joseph Riggio

Atty. Nicholas Joseph Riggio

Nicholas Joseph Riggio is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from St.

St. Louis St. Louis 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Nicholas Joseph Riggio at a glance

Nicholas Joseph Riggio is a criminal defense attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1985). Educated at St. Mary's University-San Antonio (J.D., 1984) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Nicholas Joseph Riggio is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Nicholas practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Joseph Riggio's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Where is Nicholas Joseph Riggio's law office located?
Nicholas Joseph Riggio's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Joseph Riggio handle?
Nicholas Joseph Riggio focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Nicholas Joseph Riggio practiced law?
Nicholas Joseph Riggio has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Nicholas Joseph Riggio go to law school?
Nicholas Joseph Riggio earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
St. Mary's University-San Antonio
- 1984
B.A.
St. Louis University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1985

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