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Sumner E. Nichols II is a Member based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Nichols & Myers. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1977) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erie County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Sumner E. Nichols II is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
- Sumner received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Sumner practices at Nichols & Myers in Erie, PA
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Sumner E. Nichols II is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Sumner E. Nichols II is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Sumner E. Nichols II is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Sumner E. Nichols II is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
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Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
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 Erie 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 andnue, 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.
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