How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Tampa?

Daniel is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?

Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Daniel Nicholas, Esq., Business Attorney in Tampa

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Daniel Nicholas, Esq. is a partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Daniel has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..

Based in: Tampa, FL
Experience: over 36 years
Known for: Business · Class Action · Consumer

Handles Business, Class Action, and Consumer matters from Tampa, FL.
Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Daniel's practice areas in Tampa

Daniel concentrates on business, class action, consumer, education, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Tampa, Florida

Daniel takes business matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Tampa, Florida

Daniel takes class action matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Tampa, Florida

Daniel takes consumer matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Tampa, Florida

Daniel takes education matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Tampa, Florida

Daniel takes employment matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Daniel Nicholas, Esq., business attorney serving Tampa

Daniel Nicholas, Esq. is a partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Daniel has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Daniel works from Tampa, Florida and takes on business matters across the region.

Daniel Andrew Nicholas is a Partner in the firm's Tampa office and has 30 years of multi-disciplinary litigation experience in the areas of corporate, business, receivership, franchise, employment, contract, bankruptcy, securities, construction, and health care. He has obtained verdicts in excess of $100 million in state and federal trials for the nation’s largest banks, developers, and health care clients. His practice is highly concentrated in the health care industry. He has substantial regulatory experience that includes Federal Anti-Kickback, Stark, Medicare, Medicaid, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Affordable Care Act (ACA), as well as the operational and compliance issues facing the ever changing health care industry. Mr. Nicholas speaks regularly throughout the United States in an array of litigation and healthcare issues, and appeared on numerous television and radio shows on matters of professional malpractice and consumer protection.

Newsroom

News

•Federal Court Sides with Defendant in Pro Se Plaintiff’s Case in Orange County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 12.12.2025

Publications

•“Recent Amendments to Federal False Claims Act”, Trial Practice Quarterly, 2013
•“Rehabilitation and Liquidation Summary under Florida Statutes”, Trial Practice Quarterly, 2012
•“FDIC Takeovers and Lender Liability”, First Coast Business Journal, 1992

REPORTED CASES:

•Suk Kim v Jung Chang, 249 So. 3d 1300 (Fla. 2d DCA 2018)
•Anderson v. Wolf, 998 So. 2d 1172 (Fla. 5th DCA 2008)
•LaMarca v. Janson, 2014 U.S. Dist. Lexis 8427 (M.D. Tampa 2014)
•Brown v. Estate of Stuckey, 710 So. 2d 679 (Fla. 1st DCA 1998)
•Hyman v. City of Gastonia, 466 F. 3d 284 (4th Cir. 2006)

Daniel's approach to business cases

Daniel Andrew Nicholas is a Partner in the firm's Tampa office and has 30 years of multi-disciplinary litigation experience in the areas of corporate, business, receivership, franchise, employment, contract, bankruptcy, securities, construction, and health care. He has obtained verdicts in excess of $100 million in state and federal trials for the nation’s largest banks, developers, and health…

Clients Daniel works with

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and consumer matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Daniel studied and practices

Stetson University College of Law J.D. summa cum laude
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Jacksonville University B.S. Business Administration, Public Management and Political Science, summa cum laude
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Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

Florida
1990 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at — in Stetson University College of Law J.D. summa cum laude and — in Jacksonville University B.S. Business Administration, Public Management and Political Science, summa cum laude.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed — in Stetson University College of Law J.D. summa cum laude and — in Jacksonville University B.S. Business Administration, Public Management and Political Science, summa cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Daniel Nicholas, Esq.'s office in Tampa

Daniel's primary office is at 500 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 700, Tampa, FL, 33607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

500 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 700

Tampa, FL 33607

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Client reviews of Daniel Nicholas, Esq.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel Nicholas, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Tampa, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel Nicholas, Esq.

How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Florida typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Tampa?
Daniel is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Areas served

Business attorneys serving Tampa, Miami and Orlando in Florida

Daniel handles business matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

Daniel Nicholas, Esq., Business Attorney in Tampa, Florida

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