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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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400 S 4th St Ste 806 M, Minneapolis, MN, 55415-1422
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by HX | April 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Happy client
Was being charged with Careless Driving and Driving After Revocation. When I met with Elliott, he said he thought we could potentially get a stay of adjudication on the Careless Driving and dismissal on the DAR. Throughout the process, there were times when it did not seem hopeful because the Prosecu...
Thanks so much for the great review. It was a pleasure working with you.
Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
He's Good!
I got pulled over last year on suspicion of drinking and driving. I decided to fight the case because I felt that they had did alot of things wrong and took urine illegally to get the case in the first place. So I met Mr. Nickell and he convinced me we had a case, and to make a long story my DWI was ...
Pleasure working with you. Urine test suppressed, DWI dismissed, pled guilty to speeding.
"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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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
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4th Amendment issues from a Defense Perspective
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