Atty. Nicholas Street

Atty. Nicholas Street

Mr. Nicholas Street is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies and misdemeanors, drug charges and 22 other areas of law.

Gastonia Gastonia 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas Street at a glance

Nicholas Street is a Partner based in Gastonia, North Carolina, practicing at The Law Offices of Ronald J. Shook. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1972). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1971) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina State Bar Gaston County Bar 27-A Judicial District Bar Association. Serands clients in Gastonia, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Nicholas Street is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, felonies and misdemeanors, drug charges and 22 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Nicholas practices at The Law Offices of Ronald J. Shook in Gastonia, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Street's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas Street

Where is Nicholas Street's law office located?
Nicholas Street's law practice is located in Gastonia, North Carolina. The firm is The Law Offices of Ronald J. Shook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Street handle?
Nicholas Street focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Nicholas Street practiced law?
Nicholas Street has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Nicholas Street go to law school?
Nicholas Street earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Nicholas Street for a consultation?
You can contact Nicholas Street directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Nicholas Street received?
Nicholas Street's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1971
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1972

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