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Russell D. Nicolet

Nicolet Law Office
511 2nd Street
Suite 203
Hudson, WI 54016
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Phone: (715) 377-2141
http://www.nicoletlaw.com

http://www.eauclaireinjurylaw.com

Offices in Eau Claire and Hudson, WI

Types of Cases
Qualifications
Work History
Personality & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Personal Injury

Preferred New Clients

Clients injured in vehicle accidents, victims of dog bites, slip and fall, and other serious injuries.

Sub-Topics

Accidents & Personal Injury

Construction Site Injuries
Slip & Fall

Car Accident

Auto Accident
Whiplash

Dangerous Property

Intentional Injuries

Assault & Battery
Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Mass Accidents

Airplanes
Buildings
Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
Ships & Boats

Motorcycle Accident

Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Product Liability

Design Defects
Manufacturing Defects

Serious/Catastrophic Injuries

Amputation
Birth Injury
Burn Injury
Head/Brain Injury
Paralysis

Truck Accident

Wrongful Death

Bar Admissions

WI, Apr 2007
Bar Number: 1058569

MN, Nov 2007
Bar Number: 0388391

Other Court Admissions

Western District of Wisconsin

Association Memberships

• Saint Croix Valley Bar Association • Wisconsin Bar Association • Minnesota Bar Association • American Bar Association

Continuing Education

I attend Continuing Education Seminars in the areas of bankruptcy, litigation, and personal injury. I also keep up on recent changes in the law by reading recent court opinions.

Example Cases

An example is handling an injury claim that initially the insurance company disputed liability. I was able to successfully negotiate not only my client receiving compensation for her medical bills, but also additional compensation for pain and suffering.

Education

School:

William Mitchell College of Law

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Saint Paul

State:

Year:

2007

Honors:

Dean's Merit Award Scholarship.

School:

University of WI - Stevens Point

Degree:

Bachelor of Arts

City:

Stevens Point

State:

Year:

2004

Honors:

Phi Gamma Honor Society

Focus and Accomplishments:

Business and Political Science with a History Minor

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

Wisconsin and Minnesota

Firm Focus and History

I opened my office in May of 2007, and have expanded three times in the last three years. We focus on personal attention to our clients, and personal dedication to their cases.

Previous Employment Summary

I worked as a law clerk prior to becoming an attorney. Prior to that, I interned for the State Public Defender's Office and also externed for a Minnesota Judge.

Activities and Awards

Rated as a preeminent attorney in client reviews by Martindale-Hubbell.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I think it is great when clients educate themselves on legal issues, however, my office works hard to also educate clients as to the legal issues in their cases, so that they can understand not only what the process is, but also how the facts and law will govern the outcome of their case.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I generally do not review client-prepared documents. I do, however, make sure my clients are educated as to the legal process that my office represents them in.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I generally do not coach clients who represent themselves. Again, I do, however, make sure my clients are educated as to the legal process that my office represents them in.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

To help people through their legal issues and make a positive difference. My office prides itself on helping our clients through their issues and sincerely trying to make the outcome make things better for our clients.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

Having a wide variety of life experiences has helped me to be a better lawyer. It has helped allow me to view things from a variety of views and use that to reach better outcomes with my client's legal issues.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I enjoy gaining compensation for those who have been injured. I also enjoy helping people who are having financial difficulties by helping them through that difficult time. I realize that both injuries and financial difficulties can be a stressful and confusing time, and I look forward to helping each client through that time of their life.

What do you like best about your career?

Helping clients through stressful legal issues and knowing that working hard for each client may make a positive difference in their life.

Tell us about your law firm:

I am the only attorney at my office, so clients work directly with me. I have a wonderful and helpful support staff, that enjoys working with clients just as much as I do. My support staff shares the same views as I do concerning personal attention to our clients' cases and working hard to get each client the best possible outcome.

What are your strengths and style?

I am motivated to work hard for my clients and I dedicate myself to success with their case. I work hard, and my office works hard, to ensure that each client gets personal and individualized representation.

Personal Interests:

My family, wakeboarding, running, and studying law.

Office Manager/Assistant

Jana Kodesh

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Our office handles personal injury cases on a contingency base (no fee unless we win your case).

Hourly Rates

Not applicable.

Free Initial Consultation?

Free initial consultation for all personal injury cases.

Typical Retainer