James Patrick McNichol

James Patrick McNichol

also known as Pat McNichol

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 12 years

Litigation Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Consumer Protection

3925 Chain Bridge Rd, Suite 202, Fairfax, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 8 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2017

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 12 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kelly Guzzo, PLC

3925 Chain Bridge Rd, Suite 202, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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James Patrick McNichol's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Vani | January 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

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Positively resolved fraudulent banking transactions

I experienced electronic banking fraudulent transactions in my personal bank accounts. I reported these unauthorized transactions to the bank, and despite all my own efforts to prove that the transactions were unauthorized, the bank continually denied my claims. Eventually, I turned to James Patrick ...McNichol and his team at Kelly Guzzo PLC to help me resolve my problems. I found them to be very knowledgeable about the legal complexities involved with fraudulent transactions that may occur with one's bank accounts, such as the ones that occurred with mine. They were very thorough, patient, responsive to all my questions and other concerns throughout the litigation process, and committed to helping me resolve my issues with a positive outcome I was looking for. I am very thankful to Patrick and his team for everything they did for me. I highly recommend them for any financial troubles you may face in the future.

Posted by Rick | October 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Knowledgable, Communicative, and First Rate Service

Pat did an outstanding job representing me in resolving a matter that should never have unfolded as it did. Unfortunately, corporations place profits before customers and when this occurs having knowledgeable legal representation can make the difference. He provided timely updates as my case progress...ed along to assist me in making informed decisions. Through Pat's informed approach I reached the most optimal resolution to my case that I could have hoped for. I highly recommend retaining Pat to represent you as well!

Posted by Josie | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Peace of Mind - Positive Resolution

Patrick McNichol with the Kelly Guzzo PLC, Consumer Law Firm is Dedicated, Honest, Committed and provided a QUICK follow-thru to resolve a financial fraud case / scam, where I was the victim. My Lawyer has thorough knowledge of the Law and Defended my case successfully. I could not have hop...ed for a better outcome. Thank you. Josie Paz

Posted by Jonathan | May 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Outstanding

I had an outstanding experience working with James Patrick McNichol. Their team is highly knowledgeable, responsive, and truly committed to achieving the best outcome for their clients. They navigated complex legal issues with professionalism and clarity, keeping me informed every step of the way. I ...highly recommend Kelly Guzzo, PLC and James Patrick McNichol to anyone seeking skilled and trustworthy legal representation.

Posted by Kartik | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Recovery from Account Takeover Theft

I had a bank account hacked into by sophisticated hackers, and $45,000 stolen. As it was a wire, it was not covered by Reg E, and the bank was trying to stiff me! I felt hopeless, but calling around led me to Pat McNichol at Kelly Guzzo. They were the only firm I found that had a contingency fee ...structure that could accommodate a case this small (but clearly large in terms of consumer loss). Over the course of the next year, Pat created a good outcome of recovery for me, and explained the steps in detail along the way. Highly recommended for this type of case.

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Ones to Watch: Banking & Finance Law, Best Lawyers in America

2023

Ones to Watch: Banking & Finance Law, Best Lawyers in America

2022

Ones to Watch: Banking & Finance Law, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Ones to Watch: Banking & Finance Law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

National Champion, Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition

2013

Maritime Law Association Award for the Best Brief, Judge John R. Brown Admiralty Moot Court Competition

2013

Glenice B. Coombs Award for Law Review Excellence, University of Richmond School of Law

2013

The Order of the Coif, University of Richmond School of Law

2013

The Order of Barristers, University of Richmond School of Law

2013

Book Award for Law of the European Union, University of Richmond School of Law

2013

Book Award for Criminal Process, University of Richmond School of Law

2013

Book Award for First Amendment Law, University of Richmond School of Law

2011

Book Award for Constitutional Law, University of Richmond School of Law

2011

Walter Scott McNeill Law Society, University of Richmond School of Law

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, Kelly Guzzo, PLC

2017 - 2021

Associate, McGuire Woods

2015 - 2017

Law Clerk, The Honorable M. Hannah Lauck, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

2015 - 2015

Law Clerk, The Honorable Joseph R. Goodwin, United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia

2013 - 2015

Associate, Ober | Kaler

Associations

2015 - Present

John Marshall American Inn of Court

Member

Education

2013

University of Richmond

J.D., summa cum laude

2009

University of Maryland

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2023

NACA Spring Training

Fair Credit Reporting Act Case Valuation

2023

Consumer Rights Litigation Conference

Strategies and Pitfalls When Litigating Payment Fraud

2022

NACA Spring Training

Defense Perspectives on FCRA Litigation

2022

Consumer Rights Litigation Conference

Wire Transfers Under Article 4A of the Uniform Commercial Code

Publications

2023

National Consumer Law Center Consumer Banking and Payments Law

2021

American Bar Association The Law of Class Action: Fifty-State Survey
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