About Nicholas

Nicholas Wood practices criminal regulation in Vancouver, Washington. He has been a member of the Oregon State Bar since 1997 and is likewise licensed to practice in Washington. His firm handles a selection of cases, which includes criminal defense, divorce hearings, appeals, domestic violence, military law, and social security disability claims. The firm is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal offerings to clients across the region. He earned his J.D. from Lewis & Clark College in 1997, where he developed a robust foundation in legal principles. Prior to that, he obtained a B.S.

in Administration of Justice from Portland State University in 1993. In 2009, he furthered his schooling with a MBA from the University of Portland, equipping him with valuable insights into the enterprise aspects of law practice. Nicholas has knowledge in the area of law. He served as a Municipal Court Judge in 2012, the place he presided over various cases and gained a deeper understanding of the judicial process. Before that, he used to be a Judge Advocate in the U.S. Air Force, offering legal advisor and representation to army personnel. This role developed his skills in servicemember law and appeals, which he continues to use in his recent practice.

Most of his work includes representing clients in criminal instances, including misdemeanors and felonies. He additionally handles dissolution cases, guiding clients through the details of household law. Appeals and appellate work form any other meaningful a part of his practice, the place he advocates for clients looking for to problem decrease court decisions. Cases usually involve thorough legal studies, drafting briefs, and presenting arguments earlier than appellate courts. Before establishing his law firm in 2006, Nicholas worked in a number of legal roles, gaining insights and experience that would shape his approach to regulation. He is a member of the U.S. Air Force Court of Appeals and the U.S.

Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, which lets in him to live connected with army legal matters. His numerous background enables him to approach cases from more than one angles, ensuring that clients receive nicely-rounded representation. Nicholas is committed to serving his network thru his legal practice. He believes in the importance of accessibility to legal assets and aims to make a positive effect within the lives of his clients. His dedication to justice and advocacy is evident in each case he handles, making him a reputable determine in the Vancouver legal network.

Education

University of Portland

MBA | Business

2009

Lewis & Clark College

J.D. | Law

1997

Portland State University

B.S. | Administration of Justice

1993

Experience

Municipal Court Judge

The City of Scappoose Oregon
2012

Lawyer/President

The Law Office of Nicholas Wood, P.S.
2006

Judge Advocate

U.S. Air Force
2000

Accepted Jurisdictions

Oregon
Washington

Court Admissions

Washington State Courts
Oregon State Bar Admitted 1997

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Law Divorce Appeals & Appellate Domestic Violence Military Law Social Security Disability

Legal Services Scope

Initial Filing Appeals

Professional Associations

U.S. Air Force Court of Appeals

Lawyer 2000 - Current

U.S Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

Lawyer 2000 - Current

Oregon State Bar

Lawyer 1999 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 2901 Main Street, Suite 100 Vancouver WA 98663