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San Diego attorney Christopher Nichols Esq. is an accomplished civil litigator with extensive experience in both individual and class action litigation. As a native San Diegan, Mr. Nichols went on to become a graduate of the University of San Diego ('14 BA Political Science & History) and the University of San Diego School of Law ('17 Civil Litigation). During his time in law school, he received a CALI excellence for the future award for his outstanding performance. Mr. Nichols received the Pro Bono Service Recognition Award from the University of San Diego for time spent volunteering at the San Diego Superior Court with the Family Law Facilitator’s Office assisting unrepresented litigants with their legal matters.
Christopher E. Nichols focuses his practice on employment and business disputes, representing employees, employers, individuals and businesses in all aspects of civil lawsuits. Mr. Nichols has provided exceptional counsel to clients at every stage of litigation, including discovery, depositions, law & motion work, mediations, settlement conferences, arbitration, labor commissioner hearings, and both bench and jury trials.
With a focus on employment law, Christopher E. Nichols assists both employees and employers in navigating the complexities of workplace disputes, such as wrongful termination, retaliation, harassment, discrimination, whistleblowing, wage & hour issues, and more. Among other practice areas, he has served clients in cases involving breach of contract, fraud, torts, and business disputes. Mr. Nichols has experience in complex litigation, both prosecuting and defending class actions as well as working on Private Attorney’s General Act (PAGA) matters. Throughout his time representing clients Mr. Nichols has successfully resolved countless cases obtaining millions of dollars of compensation for his clients. In addition, Mr. Nichols has served as general counsel for businesses using his problem-solving skills to advise clients on how to best avoid liability.
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Practice Areas
$ 495-495 per hour
20%-45%
State: California
Acquired: 2017
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10650 Treena St, Suite 212, San Diego, CA, 92131
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Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2024 | Contracts & Agreements
A Beacon of Expertise and Dedication in Legal Assistance
Navigating a complex contract dispute can feel like being adrift in an unforgiving sea of legal jargon and intricacies. That was precisely where I found myself before having the good fortune to seek counsel from Christopher Nichols. In an era where finding genuinely dedicated and exceptionally knowle...
Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2021 | Employment & Labor
Honest and Helpful Attorney
I spoke to Mr. Nichols about an issue I was having with my employer and he was able to give me some information when I couldn't get any from other attorneys I called. Ultimately we didn't go forward with a case because he was straight up with me about the legal situation and told it to me like it was...
Posted by Candice | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Partnership
Great Job!
Chris and his team were so easy to work with, they made me feel comfortable and put my mind at ease after our first meeting. I never had to worry about things being done because his exceptional team stayed on top of every little task. I couldn't have asked for better representation, they were so prof...
Posted by Andrew | January 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Great communication and ideal outcome
I highly recommend Webb Law Firm. I was looking for a law firm with expertise in labor & employment law and I'm glad I picked them. I had many, many questions for them, yet they never once rushed me through any meetings or phone calls, as they answered all my questions until I understood completely. ...
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
superb
I highly recommend the Webb Law Group for anyone who needs legal help. They gave us the best service we could imagine from a law firm. They listened to us very carefully and provided the best solutions. Our court date was in the middle of our move when we were moving from one state to another state....
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nichols is extremely knowledgable and aggressively pursue's his Client's rights, in addition to putting his Client's best interests first."
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Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
2023 Outstanding Faculty Award, National Business Institute
2017
Pro Bono Service Recognition, University of San Diego School of Law
2024 - Present
Managing Partner, Nevels Nichols, LLP
2023 - 2024
Senior Associate Attorney, Webb Law Group, APC
2017 - 2023
Associate, Webb Law Group
2015 - 2017
Law Clerk, Webb Law Group, APC
2015 - 2015
Intern, San Diego Superior Court Family Law Division
2018 - Present
San Diego Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Fresno County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Phi Gamma DeltaGraduate Advisor
2017
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2024
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2024
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2024 California Employment Law Updates
2023
2023
What Paralegals Need to Know
2022
2021
Social Media Issues in the Workplace
2021
FLSA and California Wage and Hour Update
2020
2019
Wages and Benefits Issues
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Legal Answers
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04 Oct 2022
Can I file a COA for wrongful constructive termination against a public entity like the County?
22 Aug 2022
Should my employer pay for my vandalized car while at work event?
18 Nov 2021