Atty. Phillip Peter Nikolis
Phillip Peter Nikolis is a lawyer practicing real estate, plaintiff personal injury, commercial litigation. Phillip received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Mineola, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Phillip Peter Nikolis at a Glance
Phillip Peter Nikolis is a Partner based in Mineola, New York, practicing at Pugatch & Nikolis. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1985), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1985). Educated at The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1983) and New York University (B.A., 1979). Active member of National Institute of Trial Advocacy. Serves clients in Mineola, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Phillip Peter Nikolis
- Phillip Peter Nikolis is a lawyer practicing real estate, plaintiff personal injury, commercial litigation
- Phillip received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Phillip practices at Pugatch & Nikolis in Mineola, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Phillip Peter Nikolis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Phillip Peter Nikolis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mineola.
Personal Injury in Mineola
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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Mineola
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Phillip Peter Nikolis is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in Mineola
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Phillip Peter Nikolis is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in Mineola
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Phillip Peter Nikolis is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mineola
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mineola are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Mineola Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mineola-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Mineola Choose Phillip Peter Nikolis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Phillip Peter Nikolis's practice in the field of personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Phillip Peter Nikolis brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Phillip Peter Nikolis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and real estate, Phillip Peter Nikolis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mineola
A Mineola-based practice means Phillip Peter Nikolis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Phillip Peter Nikolis Handles in Mineola
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Phillip Peter Nikolis has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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