Nicholas D. Summe

Nicholas D. Summe

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Covington, KY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

19 West 11th Street, Covington, KY

About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

When you are injured due to somebody else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and loss of quality of life.

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

Assault - Burglary Theft - Homicide - Possession of controlled substances Trafficking - Expungement - Sex offenses - Robbery

40%
DUI and DWI 10%

f you are pulled over for drunk driving, call Summe & Summe, PSC as soon as possible to make sure that your rights are protected and help you get the best possible outcome to your case from the very beginning

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 16 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2009

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Nicholas D. Summe

19 West 11th Street, Covington, KY, 41011

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Nicholas D. Summe's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nicole brooks | January 11, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Lawyer

I was ran over by a car broke. I broke my leg and ankle found mr summe online. Best thing I ever did is hire him. He battled for me and kept me informed every step of the way. He got me a great settlement . I would recommend him to anybody who looking for a lawyer that will look out for your interest... and do what's best for you.

Posted by Chris | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nick is excellent in every aspect.

When I first contacted Nick, he was always fast to respond. He gave accurate and correct information. I received excellent service at a reasonable price. If needed, I will be sure to call Nick.

Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Smart, Talented, Professional, Good listener, Great to work with!!

Mr. Summe is a very professional, smart, successful and comfortable person to work with, and easy to reach (he even gives you the convenience of contacting him via text message!!). If you are looking for a successul lawyer that truly is comfortable to work with, listens to you without judging you, ...makes you feel assured that he is on your side, and doesn't look at you like you are at wrong, then Mr. Summe is definitely the right person to talk to!! Here is how he has helped me and my family in more than one situations. I am so thankful that we hired Mr. Nicholas Summe to defend one of my family member for a sexual harassment accusation. As soon as we knew about the accusation, we met with him and explained the whole situation. He very patiently listened to the whole thing, and noted the main points. After listening to the details, he quickly gave us a brief on what he saw as the good and the negative elements of the situation. We left his office that day with some peace of mind that we seemed to have hired a good lawyer, at the same time still concerned on what is going to happen. Within that same week, Nicholas without any delay spoke to the police officers in charge, as well as the prosecuter who was assigned to the case. Due to his good relationship with these colleagues, within a matter of few weeks, he was able to successfully nullify that case and free my family member from any charges. This incident happened in 2013. Like I said above, we were so thankful that we hired him as our lawyer. Then recently we had to hire him for another situation. I started with a text message to him letting him know that we need his legal help (I wasnt sure if he would remember me). He quickly responded to my text (and yes he remembered me!), and called me later that day to listen to a brief version from me over the phone. He then scheduled a meeting with my family to understand the full details of the situation within 2 days. Inspite of his busy schedule, he was so kind to actually meet with us at our home at 6pm (which worked great with mine and my family members' schedules). He was still the same humble, down to earth person that I remembered from 3 years before!! This time also, he patiently listened to the story and gave us a brief of what he thinks of the whole thing. He assured my family member there is nothing to worry about. He then did some follow up fact-finding the very next day with the police officers on duty to get their side of the story. He proceeded with making some additional phone calls to get an understanding of what's going on. With having Nicholas as our lawyer, I feel comfortable that we are in good hands!! 3 years back when my family went through that problem, we had consulted multiple lawyers at that time. Mr. Summe stood out from all of them with his smart yet humble nature which is one of the many reasons we decided to work with him. I recommend Mr. Summe as a lawyer 101%.

Posted by Chris | October 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nick gets the job done.

I sought out Nick for legal advice and service for my dui charge. He worked with me each step of the way providing invaluable insight into the process and fighting hard to achieve the best outcome possible. I'm very happy with the result and would recommend Nick to anyone looking to walk away with t...he same feeling.

Posted by Keasha | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A+++

I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome of my case. Nicholas has a very kind, professional attitude, that's full of compassion. I am very pleased with the performance, support, professionalism and determination of Mr. Summe. He was always very prompt with answering all my questions and ...concerns. Even as an out-of-state client (with a 3-hour time difference), throughout my case, he made himself available during times that most would consider after hours and was always patient in explaining the status of details/developments of my case. Mr. Summe did everything in his power to ensure this process had truly been as smooth and comfortable as possible. Every step along the way, I was kept informed of the progress, promises were maintained, and copies of communication were always sent to me immediately. Thank you so much for your help with my situation, you handled everything with diligence and compassion, just what people need in stressful situations. I genuinely could not have asked for better!

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Nicholas D. Summe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Miranda Holbrook

Unknown lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Nick for years and am a big fan. He's a great attorney who works hard for his clients and doesn't take no for an answer."

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Tabitha Bingham

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having been co-counsel in several matters I can fully review Mr. Summe's legal skills. He is excellent. Mr. Summe is skilled in personal injury and criminal matters. He works late and comes to work early. He communicates frankly and completely. He is an excellent negotiator and trial attorney. Mr. Summe is practical and will keep you informed on your case. He remains unshaken by any development in a matter and can provide the legal representation necessary for any client to feel secure. He is one of the best litigators I know."

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Joshua McIntosh

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Summe is a great attorney and equally great person. His dedication to his clients is unparalleled. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a diligent and brilliant lawyer."

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Jacob Lauser

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick Summe is a dedicated lawyer who works hard for his clients and is active in the community. He does well under pressure and thinks outside the box. He is an excellent choice of attorney in Kentucky."

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Adam Russell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is a fearless litigator and battle-tested trial attorney. He is prepared, persuasive, and comfortable in the courtroom. Nick is experienced defending serious felony offenses and handling complex civil litigation. He fights hard for his clients and gets excellent results."

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Justin Sanders

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nick is a young, sharp, talented attorney who gives every single case the attention and time it deserves. He's a fighter - confident in his abilities and his handle of the facts. He works very hard to get top value for his clients. Nick is also constantly striving to get even better. He takes his role as his clients' advocate very seriously and has their very best interests at heart, I have had the pleasure of working with Nick on several matters, and I look forward to trying our first case together soon."

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Wesley Nakajima

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Nick unequivocally. Nick is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. He cares for his clients and will go the extra mile including trying your case, if necessary. If you are accused of a crime or injured as a result of another's negligence, I would strongly recommend you call Nick Summe."

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Ameer Mabjish

General practice lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicholas Summe is a fierce, high-energy, hard-working advocate for his clients. He takes pride in his work, knowledge of the law, and strives to increase the level of advocacy among all attorneys in the community. He doesn't shy away from the various, unexpected challenges cases often present, which makes him a better advocate and person each time, but more importantly leads to outstanding representation for his clients. However, what sets Nick apart is his natural, down-to-earth abilities to relate and communicate with anyone, anytime, anywhere, a skill he's refined to a degree that can't be taught."

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Peter Roush

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick Summe continues to excel as one of the best personal injury attorneys in Kentucky. I highly recommend his services."

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Kristin Russell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick Summe is a zealous advocate with a reputation for fighting hard for his clients. He is well respected in the Northern Kentucky legal community and contributes his time and resources to various organizations. I have no doubts that he will work tirelessly and passionately to defend you. He really cares about helping people."

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William Stilz

Unknown lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Nick on a number of cases. He works tirelessly to make sure his clients needs are met, their rights are protected, and they receive the compensation they need to get their lives back together."

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Rene Heinrich

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Nick is a colleague I have had the opportunity to work with several times, both together and on opposing sides. He is honest, thorough, compassionate and excellent at what he does. I often refer family and other conflicts to him as I know they will get quality legal representation out of Nick."

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Martin Summe

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nick is an exceptional advocate for his clients. He is never afraid of standing his client's ground, and does not back down from a fight. Nick can find a resolution out of court when it is necessary but more importantly will not hesitate to step into the courtroom and do what needs to be done. Other attorney's routinely send cases to Nick because of their confidence in him to find the best outcome in the most complex and difficult matters."

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Paul Dickman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Nick Summe for many years. He is a very thorough and aggressive attorney who is very passionate about his clients. He is always prepared and possesses a thorough understanding of the law. As a result he is a very effective advocate and a great lawyer!"

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Justin Lawrence

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have never known another attorney that puts himself in the shoes of his clients more than Nick Summe. Nick cares about his clients, and it shows in the court room, where he gets excellent results. Anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney will be well taken care of by Nick Summe."

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Ashley Witte Dawson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicholas Summe is a true advocate for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the law and is well respected within the community. I personally consult with Nick on a regular basis as I trust and value his legal opinion. Over the years, Nick has truly impressed me with his high work ethic and dedication. Nick is an incredibly skilled attorney who strives to obtain the best results possible in any given situation. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."

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Miranda Holbrook

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tabitha Bingham

Personal injury lawyer

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Martin Summe

Personal injury lawyer

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Gina Allen

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Bryan Cave

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Jacob Lauser

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Ian McCabe

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Justin Sanders

Criminal defense lawyer

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Trisha Brunk

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Wells

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristin Russell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Russell

Personal injury lawyer

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Ameer Mabjish

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Dickman

Car accident lawyer

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Rene Heinrich

Family lawyer

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William Stilz

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Kendrick Dane

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Robert Sanders

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Ashley Witte Dawson

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

10 Best 3 Years Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 10 Under 40 Attorney, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2015

10 Best: Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2015

10 Best: 10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Continuing Legal Education Award, Kentucky Bar Association

2011

Litigation Persuasion Institute Completion Award, Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy

2009

Willard Owens Award for Excellence in Community Service, Appalachian School of Law

2009

Trial Advocacy Award, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

2008

Dean's List, Appalachian School of Law

2008

Outstanding Scholarship Achievement: Trial Advocacy, Appalachian School of Law

2008

Outstanding Scholarship Achievement: Environmental Law, Appalachian School of Law

2007

Dean's List, Appalachian School Of Law

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Summe & Summe PSC

2008 - 2008

Law Clerk, The Sanders Firm

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, Kenton County Justice Center

2005 - 2005

Law Clerk, Bruce McClure Law Firm

2004 - 2004

Legal Extern, Northern Kentucky University Extern Program

Associations

2014 - Present

American Inns of Court

Active Member

2014 - Present

Kentucky Justice Association

Active Member

2014 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2014 - Present

Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

Colonel

2010 - Present

Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

2009 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Active Member

2009 - 2009

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

Appalachian School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Northern Kentucky University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1999

Highlands High School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2016

Specialty Courts Presentation

Veterans Treatment Court

2016

Panel Discussion at Chase College of Law

Excessive Force

2015

Class Room discussion

Civil & Constitutional Rights

2013

Highland High School

Law Day

Languages

English

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