Atty. Peter Nichols

Atty. Peter Nichols

Senior Editor, Stanford Journal of International Law, 1981. Visiting Professor, Northwestern University, School of Speech.

West Hollywood West Hollywood 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Peter Nichols at a glance

Peter Nichols is a Member based in West Hollywood, California, practicing at Lichter Grossman Nichols Feldman Rogal Shikora Clark Inc. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984), and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1981) and London School of Economics and Political Science, London, England B.Sc. London School of Economics and Political Science, London, England with distinction Northwestern University (M.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in West Hollywood, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Senior Editor, Stanford Journal of International Law, 1981
  • Visiting Professor, Northwestern University, School of Speech
  • Contributor, Litigating Copyright, Trademark and Unfair Competition Cases, Practising Law Institute, 1983

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Nichols's Areas of Practice

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

Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Common questions about Peter Nichols

Where is Peter Nichols's law office located?
Peter Nichols's law practice is located in West Hollywood, California. The firm is Lichter Grossman Nichols Feldman Rogal Shikora Clark Inc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Nichols handle?
Peter Nichols focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Nichols practiced law?
Peter Nichols has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter Nichols go to law school?
Peter Nichols earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.A., 1978).
How can I contact Peter Nichols for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Nichols received?
Peter Nichols's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1981
M.A.
London School of Economics and Political Science, London, England B.Sc. London School of Economics and Political Science, London, England with distinction Northwestern University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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