Atty. Nicholas Van Allen

Atty. Nicholas Van Allen

Nicholas Van Allen is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, landlord and tenant law. Nicholas received a Ph.D. degree from University of Guelph, and .

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About Nicholas Van Allen at a glance

Nicholas Van Allen is an Associate based in Goderich, Ontario, practicing at Donnelly Murphy Lawyers P.C.. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Educated at Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia J.D. (—) and University of Guelph Ph.D. McMaster University Master’s Degree Huron University College, at the University of Western Ontario B.A. (—). Serands clients in Goderich, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Nicholas Van Allen is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, landlord and tenant law
  • Nicholas received a Ph.D. degree from University of Guelph, and
  • Nicholas practices at Donnelly Murphy Lawyers P.C. in Goderich, ON

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Van Allen's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

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

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Where is Nicholas Van Allen's law office located?
Nicholas Van Allen's law practice is located in Goderich, Ontario. The firm is Donnelly Murphy Lawyers P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Van Allen handle?
Nicholas Van Allen focuses on family law, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
Where did Nicholas Van Allen go to law school?
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How can I contact Nicholas Van Allen for a consultation?
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Education

Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia J.D.
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University of Guelph Ph.D. McMaster University Master’s Degree Huron University College, at the University of Western Ontario B.A.
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