Atty. Sam G. Nicholson

Atty. Sam G. Nicholson

Sam G. Nicholson has been practicing law in Augusta for over 35 years.

Augusta Augusta 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Sam G. Nicholson at a glance

Sam G. Nicholson is a Senior Partner based in Augusta, Georgia, practicing at Nicholson Revell LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia (1978), Georgia (1978), Georgia Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Georgia (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D. Sigma, 1978) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Augusta Bar Association State Bar of Georgia American Bar Association Georgia Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Augusta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sam G. Nicholson has been practicing law in Augusta for over 35 years
  • He has built his reputation as an attorney who strives to achieve the best results for all clients through dedication, hard work and by providing prompt attention to his client’s legal needs
  • He is a senior partner in the Law Firm of Nicholson Revell LLP. Mr. Nicholson grew up in Augusta and received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in 1974
  • He then graduated from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 1978 where he was Vice President of the Student Bar Association and received the Dean’s Certificate of Appreciation
  • Throughout his career, Sam has handled a variety of legal matters for his clients
  • However, for the last few years, he has focused on representing individuals who have been seriously injured as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another
  • He has been involved in several cases which resulted in multi-million dollar settlements
  • He also focuses on consumer class actions against corporations whose business practices have been harmful to consumers
  • He has an AV rating by Martindale Hubble which is the highest rating for the last 10 years
  • Sam has been named a “Super Lawyer” in the State of Georgia for five of the last six years and has also been selected to the National Trial Lawyers Association
  • He has also been named at one of the Top Attorneys in Georgia as published by the Atlanta Magazine
  • He is past president of the Augusta Bar Association and is a member of the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Georgia
  • He is also a member of the American Bar Association, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice
  • He currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Augusta Bar Foundation
  • He has recently become a member of the Board of Directors of the Shield Club of Augusta serving as Secretary and a member of the Board of Directors of the Phinizy Center for Water Sciences
  • Sam’s father practiced law in Augusta for over 40 years beginning in 1932 and Sam carries on that tradition today
  • He has served as Chairman of the State Ethics Commission, as a State Representative in the Georgia General Assembly, the Chairman of the Board of the Augusta Preparatory Day School and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame
  • In addition, Sam is a past President of the Parish Counsel of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Augusta and has served as Chairman of the Wachovia Bank Advisory Board
  • Sam resides in Augusta with his wife Susan Eubanks Nicholson
  • They have three children
  • Katie (Rob) Wynn, Sam (Anne Marie) Nicholson , and Jane (Adam) Kuhlenbeck and five grandchildren
  • Fraternities/Sororities • Sigma Alpha Epsilon • Delta Theta Phi

Practice Areas Explained

Sam G. Nicholson's Areas of Practice

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

Truck Accidents

Sam G. Nicholson is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Medical Malpractice

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

Sam G. Nicholson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →

Wrongful Death

Sam G. Nicholson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Georgia →

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.

Sam G. Nicholson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Sam G. Nicholson is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sam G. Nicholson

Where is Sam G. Nicholson's law office located?
Sam G. Nicholson's law practice is located in Augusta, Georgia. The firm is Nicholson Revell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam G. Nicholson handle?
Sam G. Nicholson focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Sam G. Nicholson practiced law?
Sam G. Nicholson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Sam G. Nicholson go to law school?
Sam G. Nicholson earned their education at (J.D. Sigma, 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Sam G. Nicholson for a consultation?
You can contact Sam G. Nicholson 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 Sam G. Nicholson received?
Sam G. Nicholson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Sigma
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1978
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1978
Georgia
Admitted: 1978
Georgia Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Georgia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 2000

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