Nicholas A. Wood

Nicholas A. Wood

4.8
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Family, DUI & DWI

2901 Main Street, Suite 100, Vancouver, WA

About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

26 years | 1,200 cases

30%
Domestic Violence 25%

26 years | 200 cases

25%
Family 25%

24 years | 200 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 20%

26 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 26 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Nicholas Wood, P.S.

2901 Main Street, Suite 100, Vancouver, WA, 98663-2721

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Nicholas A. Wood's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Posted by Derek | August 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Affordable and efficient

Mr. Wood was very professional, affordable and very efficient. I was happy with his work and the outcome of my case.

Posted by Alexus | June 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney - Maybe not for the long haul (DV)

I was here reviewing my current lawyer, and thought “why not leave my first lawyer a review”? Nick got me everything I needed in my initial divorce petition and temporary orders. Even majority custody of my children due to DV which was amazing. His downfall - Not wanting/ability to withstand ...a long holding case. *Important for people in my DV similar circumstance* Once my temporary divorce orders passed, he did not want to continue the case because in his words allegedly over a phone call “If your ex is the abuser you claim him to be and his family has money, I’d feel guilty taking any more money from you because your ex will not relent”. - which is valid, but not comital. Detrimental to anyone experiencing relentless Domestic Violence. Note: He DID cover a extra hearing he wasn’t required to under our contract. - This leaves me believing there was a miscommunication between expertise and compensation. I didn't understand that at the time. I wish he was more transparent. He could’ve billed me and I’d have paid him. Then over a phone call told me it’d cost be $15,000.00 upfront to deal with someone like my ex husband. That was saddening. Where did that leave me? Having to find another attorney to learn my details. Finding another attorney who understood that amount was unrealistic (for myself) upfront. He was also hesitant in believing my domestic violence claims. Which is already hard as a survivor and not something you need extra from your lawyer. Nick did get confused on travel dates I had (I mentioned to him at least 3 times) which caused me to have to purchase extra tickets to return for a child exchange. He blamed me for not reminding him prior to the hearing - but he knew I had mentioned it in general. He generously offered to pay for return tickets acknowledging it was his mistake. This was extra gracious of him. But if you’re needing a long-standing attorney - who isn’t just in it for the wam and bam, this might make practice questionable. Only leaving my open opinion here for those in a situation similar to mine and looking for long-standing representation. He did amazing law wise is good hearted. But maybe not so much for my extensive needs and being transparent. Which is critical in a relentless DV case like mine. Now I’m happily continuously paying a different attorney. No billing confusion and they’ve learned my details since the beginning of my case. Like everything in life trial and error - not all (people) attorneys are for everyone and that’s totally okay. Nick was great but it didn’t match

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding service, Highly Recommend

Nick was professional, transparent and extremely easy to deal with. His communication was clear and concise through out the whole process. I highly recommend him

Posted by Joel | February 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Anti-Harassment Defense Reccomendation

I had an Anti-Harassment Petition against me with Cyberstalking allegations. Nicholas Wood successfully defended my case and was not afraid to call out the fabrications told by the petitioner. Nick was willing to work around my busy schedule by working on Sundays and nights.

Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very professional

Gave very. Professional. Smart free. Advice; took notice to listen. To nervous concerns. I would definitely hire him.

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Nicholas A. Wood's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Green

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Nick for nearly 15 years, working both as adversaries and colleaagues. Nick has a zeal for the law which few attorneys possess. His energetic advocacy for his clients is known throughout the greater Portland Area. I would recommend Nick for any tough case which requires the attorney to go above and beyond expectations."

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Patrick Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nick is a pleasure to work with. He cares about his clients and always wants to get a great result for them. I'd recommend Nick as a solid defense attorney in our community."

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Barry Engle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Solid guy, good attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Elijah Marchbanks

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Wood is a great advocate for his clients. He was the opposing counsel in a family case of mine. Throughout the case he was professional and reasonable to deal with, but was a strong advocate for his client. I like working with Mr. Wood but know that he will not give an inch in a case unless it is in his client's best interest. I strongly recommend this attorney."

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Aaron Ritchie

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former prosecutor, I handled numerous cases with Nick Wood as defense counsel. He has a sharp and tireless legal mind, and aggressively pursues his clients' interests and rights. I fully endorse this attorney."

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Dustin Richardson

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In my prior position as a Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, I had the opportunity to work across from Nick Wood on numerous occasions. He aggressively employs his knowledge of the law and facts of his cases in the fight to protect the rights of his clients."

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Shon Bogar

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Mason

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wood is a tireless advocate for his clients and pays great detail to their cases"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Nicholas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jeff Staples

Unknown lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Matthew Hoff

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Wood is as dedicated an attorney as you will find in the legal community. He has a tireless work ethic. A sharp legal mind. And he is 100% committed to achieving the best results he can for his clients. What more can you ask for in an attorney. I endorse Mr. Wood with absolute confidence."

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Jeffrey Holmes

Unknown lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked in the legal community with Mr. Wood for a number of years, and fully endorse his work as an attorney. I have worked with Nick on cases as opposing counsel, and have also collaborated with him on a number of matters as well. I have always found him to be very articulate and well versed in the areas of law in which he practices, and he genuinely cares about getting the best results for his clients."

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Barry Engle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aaron Ritchie

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Green

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Ramsay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Krisztian Carrasco

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shon Bogar

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dustin Richardson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeff Staples

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Peterson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Hoff

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Jeffrey Holmes

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2005

Commendation Medal, U.S. Air Force

2003

Commendation Medal, U.S. Air Force

2002

Commendation Medal, U.S. Air Force

2001

Wing Staff Agencies Company Grade Officer of the Year, U.S. Air Force/Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Judge, Scappoose Municipal Court

2006 - Present

President/Attorney, The Law Office of Nicholas Wood, P.S.

2000 - 2005

Judge Advocate, U.S. Air Force Judge Advocate General's (Jag) Corps

1999 - 2000

Legal Intern, Clark County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

Oregon State Bar

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Air Force Court of Criminal Appeals

Member

United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

City v F

Dismissal

State v. R.

Win

P v. B.

We won the case and mother was reunited with her child as primary caregiver--Petition for Modification Denied

State v. H.

Win

G. v. G.

Win

State v. L

Reduced to Misdemeanor, Credit for Time Served and remainder on Work Crew

State v. T

Stipulated reversal of conviction

City v. R

Acquittal

State v. T

Dismissal

State v. S

Acquittal

City v. B

Acquittal

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Education

2012

University of Portland

Masters of Business Administration

1999

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Portland State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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