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Mission: To provide clients with effective and affordable representation when they are going through difficult times in their lives.
Education: Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Bachelor of Arts from Indiana University with honors.
Experience: Before founding Nickell Law Firm, Elliott Nickell worked for a local non-profit representing the working poor in the Twin Cities in the areas of criminal law, family law, housing law, and civil law. Prior to moving to the Twin Cities, Elliott Nickell lived in New York City with his wife, working in large scale litigation projects.
Bar Admissions: Minnesota, California, Missouri, Kansas.
Professional Memberships: Minnesota State Bar Association, Hennepin County Bar Association, Ramsey County Bar Association.
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Acquired: 2012
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Acquired: 2011
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Acquired: 2009
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400 S 4th St Ste 806 M, Minneapolis, MN, 55415-1422
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Posted by Glenn | August 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
He is amazing and will fight for the best for you and explain everything .was facing 5 years in prison he fought for probation and 60 days in jail
Posted by Cynthia | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Elliott was the first person to recognize I needed help and referred me to treatment before he even began to work on my case. This was the most ethical and unselfish thing a lawyer could do. It also saved my life. My charges were due to a gambling addiction and he was thorough, calm and successful i...
Posted by Chandler | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer. Would recommend to anyone. Helped me with everything I needed.
Posted by Shawn | February 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Nickell represented me from just after booking all the way through sentencing and got the best possible results for me. I was in a difficult situation and he was able to get an outcome far better than I thought was possible. Mr. Nickell is very good at what he does. He was on top of my case, prep...
Posted by Bob | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I was lucky enough to find Elliott a few years ago when I found myself with legal issues. My first consultation with Elliott was more than I expected. He explained my options and immediatly came up with a plan of action. Elliott was compationate and gave me the hope that all is not lost. As we ba...
"I endorse this lawyer. I highly recommend Elliott. He is a great advocate and passionate about his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is tenacious and diligent. If I was facing a criminal charge, there is only one lawyer I would call. Elliott Nickell."
"Elliot is a zealous advocate for all of his clients. He is a very experienced trial attorney who will never shy away from a fight. Elliot does not hesitate to contest legal issues, stand up for his clients' rights, and challenge the prosecutor at every turn."
"Elliott is a true trial attorney. He's aggressive in court, compassionate toward his clients, and thorough in all aspects of his representation of clients. His commitment to his craft is topped only by his dedication to his clients. As a lawyer, I not only endorse Elliott, I would trust my life in his hands if I was charged with a crime."
"Elliott is a fierce advocate. He thinks outside the box, makes creative arguments, and goes above and beyond for each of his clients. Elliott's attention to detail and and effective communication skills make him an asset to anyone seeking excellent representation. I frequently refer cases to Elliott knowing people will be in good hands."
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2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013 - Present
Owner, Nickell Law Firm
2014 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationCo Chair-criminal law
2014 - Present
Misdemeanor Defense ProjectMember
2013 - Present
Hennepin County Bar FoundationMember
2013 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
Gun suppressed and case dismissed at probable cause stage.
Urine test suppressed, DWI dismissed.
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JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
4th Amendment issues from a Defense Perspective
2016
Criminal Motion Practice
2019
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