Jeffrey W. Nichols

Jeffrey W. Nichols

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI

354 W Main St, Madison, WI

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

Federal and State criminal defense. Admitted to practice in all state courts in WI, both Federal districts in WI, the 7th Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.

35 years | 2,100 cases

65%
Family 25%

The amount of my family law practice, particularly divorce, has been increasing in the last two years.

28 years | 165 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 34 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1991

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Nichols

354 W Main St, Madison, WI, 53703-3115

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Jeffrey W. Nichols's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Worst Ever

Jeff Nichols is the most incompetent attorney I ever had represent me in a legal matter. Mr Nicholas is Non Skilled, and not Tactical in the courtroom. You’re better off hiring my cousin Vinny . I speak only from my personal experience. “Do Not Hire This Guy”

Jeffrey Nichols

Replied last February 20, 2023

Not sure this person even has the correct lawyer. Misspelled my name. Can't really respond to an anonymous poster. By the way, Vinny won the murder case.

Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Experience

He was very efficient and delivered everything he promised and more. I could not have been more impressed with his performance.

Posted by Alina | April 14, 2015

Jeff was knowledgeable and hard working

I had the opportunity to hire Jeff and work with him for several years. Before I hired him I talked to a number of attorneys about my case. I chose to work with Jeff, because I respected the way he handled himself at our first meeting. Through the three years I worked with him I could tell he had ...a good understanding of both the law and the court system. He worked hard to get the best outcome for me in my cases. Also, he was good at keeping me informed on all of my options throughout the whole process. I would be happy to work with him again.

Posted by Rick | April 10, 2015

Review for Jeff Nichols

I met Jeff Nichols 12 years ago when I was having quite a bit of trouble in my life, the result of which was a bitter battle with my ex wife concerning child support, visitation issues etc. Jeff was able to represent me in a professional, concise manner by utilizing his years of experience with fami...ly court matters. His knowledge of statutes and how they applied to my unique situation made a normally painful and frustrating process understandable. jeff also represented me in my second divorce, which releived me of that burden during that life changing time. I have referred Jeff to my friends who have gone through divorces and will continue to in the future. He is truly an honest, no nonsense attorney who works hard to see the best possible outcome for the clients he represents.

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Jeffrey W. Nichols's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ruth Westmont

Family lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is my privilege to give an endorsement to Jeffrey Nicols. Jeff cares about his clients. He is an excellent attorney with a heard of gold."

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Roy Froemming

Family lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked and consulted with Jeff on several cases, and have found him to be conscientious and knowledgeable."

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Michael Curran

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is very experienced and works hard and persuasively to provide his clients with superb representation."

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Jason Gonzalez

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is an excellent attorney who fights hard for his clients. He is an intelligent and effective advocate. I do not hesitate to refer clients to him."

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Dana Lesmonde

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Working in the same building as Attorney Nichols has provided me with an opportunity to consult with him when I encounter a new or challenging issue in one of my own cases. I have always found him to be professional, helpful and knowledgeable, yet also open to new ideas or arguments. Attorney Nichols also keeps himself up-to-date - in technology and in the law - to provide his clients with the best representation he can in our modern legal world."

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Ruth Westmont

Family lawyer

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Jason Gonzalez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Yolanda Lehner

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Nichols Law Office

1991 - 1997

Attorney, Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office

Education

1991

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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