Atty. William Wayne Nichols

Atty. William Wayne Nichols

Mr. William Wayne Nichols is a lawyer practicing civil defense litigation, medical malpractice defense, insurance litigation and 31 other areas of law.

Dothan Dothan 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About William Wayne Nichols at a glance

William Wayne Nichols is a Partner based in Dothan, Alabama, practicing at Lee Livingston Lee Nichols P C. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1997), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1997), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama (2000). Educated at Cumberland School of Law, Samford University (J.D. Doctor, 1997) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (B.S. Bachelor, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alabama State Bar American Bar Association Alabama Defense Lawyers Association Association of Credit and Collection Professionals (Member, Attorneys Section) Alabama Defense Lawyer’s Association. Serands clients in Dothan, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Wayne Nichols is a lawyer practicing civil defense litigation, medical malpractice defense, insurance litigation and 31 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • William practices at Lee, Livingston, Lee & Nichols, P.C. in Dothan, AL

Practice Areas Explained

William Wayne Nichols's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Wayne Nichols handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

William Wayne Nichols is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →

Probate

William Wayne Nichols is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Alabama →

Medical Malpractice

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

William Wayne Nichols is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Alabama →

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.

William Wayne Nichols is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Wayne Nichols is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Wayne Nichols

Where is William Wayne Nichols's law office located?
William Wayne Nichols's law practice is located in Dothan, Alabama. The firm is Lee Livingston Lee Nichols P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Wayne Nichols handle?
William Wayne Nichols focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has William Wayne Nichols practiced law?
William Wayne Nichols has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did William Wayne Nichols go to law school?
William Wayne Nichols earned their education at (J.D. Doctor, 1997); (B.S. Bachelor, 1994).
How can I contact William Wayne Nichols for a consultation?
You can contact William Wayne Nichols 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 William Wayne Nichols received?
William Wayne Nichols's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Doctor
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
- 1997
B.S. Bachelor
University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 2000

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