Atty. Peter T. Nicholl

Atty. Peter T. Nicholl

Peter Nicholl is a founding partner of the firm. He began his legal career in 1979 as an attorney in Baltimore for a large plaintiffs' personal injury law firm.

Baltimore Baltimore 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Peter T. Nicholl at a glance

Peter T. Nicholl is a Founding Partner based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and employment. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1977), District of Columbia (1981), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Baltimore, School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Bar Association of Baltimore City Maryland State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Maryland Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Nicholl is a founding partner of the firm
  • He began his legal career in 1979 as an attorney in Baltimore for a large plaintiffs' personal injury law firm
  • Mr. Nicholl stayed at that firm for 16 years, achieving senior partner status
  • In 1995, he left that firm to establish The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl
  • Mr. Nicholl graduated from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, in 1972
  • He received his legal education at the University of Baltimore School of Law, earning his law degree in 1977
  • While the vast majority of our clients' cases settle out of court for just and desirable amounts, a small percentage may require a trial in order to obtain full compensation
  • Most of the time Mr. Nicholl spends in the courtroom pertains to asbestos cases involving clients who had mesothelioma, lung cancer and other asbestos-related diseases
  • Mr. Nicholl has also tried other complex cases involving radiation exposure, defective consumer products, dangerous industrial machines, unsafe working conditions, and medical mistakes by doctors and hospitals
  • Mr. Nicholl possesses an AV Rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
  • An AV rating recognizes that Mr. Nicholl practices law with the highest levels of skill and professional excellence
  • He is one of only a handful of lawyers (less than 30) in the entire country who are members of the Leader's Forum of the American Association for Justice, formerly known as the American Trial Lawyers Association
  • Additionally, Mr. Nicholl is recognized as a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters Corporation
  • He is included in the National Trial Lawyers top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • Mr. Nicholl has represented thousands of Maryland citizens who have suffered injuries as a result of the harmful actions of others
  • He and his firm have tried or settled cases for a total of over $2 billion dollars in client recoveries
  • The companies paying the recoveries include asbestos manufacturers, hospitals, doctors, chemical companies, railroads, insurance companies, energy companies and the federal government
  • Many of these companies are among the largest in the country and/or the world
  • While a student in college, Mr. Nicholl came to appreciate the value of community service
  • Lessons learned then have stayed with him
  • Consequently, each year Mr. Nicholl or the firm donate a significant portion of income to local and national charities
  • Tens of millions of dollars have been donated since the firm was started

Practice Areas Explained

Peter T. Nicholl's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Peter T. Nicholl is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Maryland →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Peter T. Nicholl is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter T. Nicholl

Where is Peter T. Nicholl's law office located?
Peter T. Nicholl's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter T. Nicholl handle?
Peter T. Nicholl focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Peter T. Nicholl practiced law?
Peter T. Nicholl has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Peter T. Nicholl go to law school?
Peter T. Nicholl earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Peter T. Nicholl for a consultation?
You can contact Peter T. Nicholl 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 Peter T. Nicholl received?
Peter T. Nicholl's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore, School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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