Atty. William Francis Nicholas
William Francis Nicholas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law. William received a B.A. degree from Chicago State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years.
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William Francis Nicholas is a Legal Aid Society based in Jamaica, New York. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1983) and Chicago State University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Jamaica, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Francis Nicholas is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law
- William received a B.A. degree from Chicago State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
- William practices in Jamaica, NY
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Why local counsel matters in New York
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 Jamaica 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 andnue, 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.
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