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  • Tigard, OR
  • Licensed for 11 years
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Erik W Nicholson
Erik W Nicholson
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About Erik

Northwest Defender for DUI & Criminal Defense Law. See my Reviews, call for your free consultation.

After graduating from Oregon State University Erik Nicholson attended Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco where he received his Juris Doctorate and graduated amongst the top of his class. While at Golden Gate University, he was on the Dean’s Honor list seven of his nine terms. He was also twice awarded the Cali Excellence for the Future Award in both advanced criminal procedure and advanced contract law for achieving the top grade in his class.

Throughout law school Erik worked at a private criminal defense law firm where he had the unique opportunity to learn about and participate in all stages of a criminal case. For his final year of law school he interned at the prestigious San Francisco Public Defender’s office where he was put on the major felony rotation.

After graduation Erik was offered an associate attorney position and practiced criminal defense throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and various other Northern California Counties. He successfully represented hundreds of clients before deciding to start The Law Offices of Erik Nicholson in his home state of Oregon.

Erik has a passion for defending the accused and is happy to give a free case evaluation and consultation to anyone in need.

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Practice areas

Criminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 50%

    12 years, 600 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 50%

    12 years, 750 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

The Law Offices of Erik Nicholson

12330 SW Grant Ave
Tigard, OR, 97223

Website
https://www.northwestdefender.com/ 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      ORActive201009/10/2021
      CAActive200908/01/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers41
      Legal guides1
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Featured AttorneyLawyers of Distinction2017
      Criminal Law & Litigation Law Firm of the Year - USAFinance Monthly Global Awards2016
      Premier AttorneyNational Academy of Jurisprudence2016
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2016
      Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2016
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
      Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers2015
      Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2015
      Nominated as finalist for Criminal Defense Law Firm of the YearLawyer Monthly Legal Awards 20112011
      Excellence for the Future Award -- Advanced Criminal ProcedureCenter for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction2008
      Excellence for the Future -- Advanced ContractsCenter for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction2007
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyThe Law Offices of Erik Nicholson2010 - Present
      Associate AttorneyNicholson & Nicholson2009 - 2010
      Legal InternSan Francisco Public Defender's Office2009 - 2009
      Legal AssisantNicholson & Nicholson2005 - 2009
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      National Association of Trial AttorneysMember2013 - Present
      Oregon State BarMember2010 - Present
      Multnomah Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Washington County Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
      Tau Kappa Epsilon - Oregon State UniversityBoard Member2010 - Present
      American Bar AssociationMember2009 - Present
      State Bar of CaliforniaMember2009 - Present
      National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2009 - Present
      Bar Association of San FranciscoMember2006 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      www.NorthwestDefender.comCriminal Case Process2013
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Golden Gate University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2009
      Oregon State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2005
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Freshman OrientationCampus Law2013
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State v. B.H.Dismissed
      State v. K.E.Charges not filed
      State v. J.HCase Dismissed
      State v. D.K.Case Dismissed

      Reviews

      (186)
      5 Star
      		97%
      4 Star
      		2%
      3 Star
      		1%
      2 Star
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      1 Star
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      Review Erik Nicholson

      Perry Mason Look Out!

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      This is the best attorney I have ever hired! He was proactive from the get go, and helped me avoid jail time and got my fines reduced to almost nothing! Thank you Erik, you're the best!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Best DUI representation in Oregon

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      I hired Mr. Nicholson for my DUI case and was met with an exciting, helpful and very knowledgeable attorney. Mr. Nicholson was exactly what I was looking for in a sea of defense attorneys in the Portland area, unlike others who I considered Mr. Nicholson connected with me on a personal level and made me feel I was his most important client, this feeling was also shared by others who I spoke with about Mr. Nicholson. If you want to hire an attorney that shows great interest and care in your case while providing you with the best results possible Mr. Nicholson is in my opinion the only attorney around that can provide you with such an excellent service.

      DUII

      Posted by

      Erik was a tremendous help with my DUII. He made sure I understood the process and was always available and responsive to my questions and concerns throughout the entire program. A big Thank You to Erik for also being very patient and understanding as DUII's are very stressful. But, Erik was thorough and guided me through each step of the way. I am very happy with Erik's work and I will recommend him to anyone that needs a solid defender. Thanks Erik!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      DUII Case

      Posted by

      Mr. Nicholson handled my case with expertise. Very professional. Always made time for me when needed.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Attentive and effective.

      Posted by

      Erik Nicholson exemplifies the skill and attentiveness that every lawyer strives for during their career. Thank you for taking my case Erik, it was much appreciated.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Personal Problems

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      Came to Mr. Nicholson with a touchy problem that affected several different aspects of my life. He stepped right up and gave great advice, represented me in a positive way, and made things as easy as they could be. I highly recommend and would consult him again, but I hope I never have too.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Highly recommend

      Posted by

      I have faced a difficult situation getting a DUI and it was stressful. Nicholas was able to help me with the information I needed and helped me get back to my normal life routine.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      An old friend…

      Posted by

      Kindness is so rare these days, and Mr. Nicholson will confront your case with the kindness of an old friend. Acceptance and understanding are on offer with the service of this firm. Heartily recommended and endorsed.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Clearance of DMV suspension

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      Erik helped me clear an unusual DMV suspension with professionalism. I would have never been able to navigate the bureaucratic hurdles without his help. He contacted the DMV and handled the whole process for me. I am happy with his services. He listens carefully and explains everything well. With Erik you will get excellent representation at reasonable costs.
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      Court case

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      Mr Nicholson very professional,work very hard for my case to get the best out of this. Everything he told me was delivered I will highly recommended his professional services.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Shannon Wilson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 12, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Travis Newton, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Rhett Bernstein, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 13, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      As a judge, I've had the opportunity to observe Erik Nicholson represent persons charged with DUII on many occasions. He is intelligent, works zealously for his clients and demonstrates high-level trial skills. I highly recommend Erik Nicholson.

      Douglas Borthwick, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on May 20, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

      John O'Brien, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

      Sean Nicholson, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 21, 2013
      Relationship: Supervised lawyer

      Mr. Nicholson worked at my firm for many years and has extensive knowledge of both the California and Oregon courts, he has now practiced a number of years in the Oregon courts. I have no hesitation giving him the strongest recommendation and do not hesitate to ask him to assist and handle cases on my behalf here in California. I have also followed his career in Oregon and have seen firsthand the excellent results he has obtained repeatedly and consistently. If you have been arrested, call Mr. Nicholson and you will receive top notch representation.

      Ginny Harjot Walia, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Erik enjoys excellent client ratings and endorsements of his fellow lawyers. I gladly endorse this lawyer.

      David Haghighi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse Mr. Nicholson. He does an outstanding job for his clients and is known to be a hard working attorney in his area.

      John Van Geffen, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Nicholson is excellent in his field.

      Justin Hausler, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nicholson is very knowledgable in his field.

      Jennifer Wang, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Douglas Lineberry, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 26, 2013
      Relationship: Other

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Christian Lassen

      Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

      Ryan Hackett, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Steven Yarosh, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 5, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Nicholson recently advised me on how to address a complicated statutory issue that arose in a DUI case I’m handling. He gave excellent advice and is clearly an experienced, knowledgeable and detail-minded attorney. I highly recommend him.

      Fred Anderson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jared Justice, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 27, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have met Mr. Nicholson on a few occasions. He is very knowledgable, and hard working. Most importantly, when I see Mr. Nicholson in court, I see a satisfied client standing next to him.

      Bartley Herron, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I’m pleased to recommend Erik as a fine criminal defense lawyer. Erik is hardworking and has a warm professional demeanor. He is smart and demonstrates real concern for his clients.

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