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Atty. Peter L. Nichols

Atty. Peter L. Nichols

Peter L. Nichols is a lawyer practicing litigation, estates, commercial and 1 other area of law.

Springfield Springfield 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter L. Nichols at a glance

Peter L. Nichols is an Associate based in Springfield, New Jersey, practicing at Levine DeSantis, LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978), U.S. District Court Southern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York (1979), and New Jersey (2009). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1977) and Yale University (B.A. University, 1974). Serands clients in Springfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter L. Nichols is a lawyer practicing litigation, estates, commercial and 1 other area of law
  • Peter L. received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Peter L. practices at Levine DeSantis, LLC in Springfield, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Peter L. Nichols's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter L. Nichols 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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Peter L. Nichols is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New Jersey →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter L. Nichols is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Litigation

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

Peter L. Nichols is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter L. Nichols

Where is Peter L. Nichols's law office located?
Peter L. Nichols's law practice is located in Springfield, New Jersey. The firm is Levine DeSantis, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter L. Nichols handle?
Peter L. Nichols focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Peter L. Nichols practiced law?
Peter L. Nichols has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Peter L. Nichols go to law school?
Peter L. Nichols earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Peter L. Nichols for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1977
B.A. University
Yale University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
New Jersey
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2009

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