Atty. Robert A. Nicholas
Robert A. Nicholas is a lawyer practicing product liability, drug & medical device, life sciences health industry group and 2 other areas of law.
Drug & Medical Device & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Nicholas at a Glance
Robert A. Nicholas is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, product liability, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern Dist (1985). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1980) and Amherst College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Nicholas
- Robert A. Nicholas is a lawyer practicing product liability, drug & medical device, life sciences health industry group and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Robert practices at Reed Smith LLP in Philadelphia, PA
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Robert A. Nicholas's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Nicholas handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Criminal Defense in Philadelphia
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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White Collar Crimes in Philadelphia
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Product Liability in Philadelphia
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Health Care Law in Philadelphia
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Robert A. Nicholas
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 Robert A. Nicholas's practice in the field of criminal defense, white collar, product liability, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Nicholas brings 45+ 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 and Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern Dist, Robert A. Nicholas can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, white collar, and product liability, Robert A. Nicholas can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Robert A. Nicholas attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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