Nicolas Pimentel, Aviation Attorney in the United States
focused on Aviation and Personal Injury
Dedicated aviation attorney.
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Nicolas Pimentel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Aviation · Personal Injury
- Handles Aviation and Personal Injury matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026).
About Nicolas Pimentel: Nicolas Pimentel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Nicolas's practice areas in the U.S.
Nicolas concentrates on aviation and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicolas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation cases nationwide
Nicolas takes aviation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicolas agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Nicolas takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicolas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nicolas Pimentel, aviation attorney serving the U.S.
Nicolas Pimentel is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury. Nicolas works from the U.S. and takes on aviation matters across the region.
Nicolas Pimentel is a Partner and a member of Alexander Holburn's Aviation and Insurance Practice Groups.
He completed his articles with Alexander Holburn and was called to the bar in 2017. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies from the University of British Columbia and a J.D. from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University.
Nicolas Pimentel’s practice is primarily litigation based. He has acted for a diverse range of clients in aviation and insurance related litigation in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland.
Within his Aviation practice, he has advised and represented aviation insurers, foreign and domestic airlines, aircraft operators, and maintenance organizations in relation to baggage, delay, and personal injury claims, aviation accidents and incidents, and other transportation related matters. He has also assisted on a wide range of regulatory matters including CTA complaints and TATC appeals.
Nicolas is an active contributor to Alexander Holburn’s Aviation Law and Insurance Law Blogs.
How Nicolas handles aviation matters
Nicolas Pimentel is a Partner and a member of Alexander Holburn's Aviation and Insurance Practice Groups. He completed his articles with Alexander Holburn and was called to the bar in 2017. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies from the University of British Columbia and a J.D. from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University. Nicolas Pimentel’s practice is primarily litigation…
The kind of cases Nicolas takes
Nicolas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation and personal injury matters in the United States.
Recognition
Nicolas's legal honors and published work
Nicolas has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Nicolas Pimentel in the U.S.
Nicolas's primary office is at Vancouver, British Columbia. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nicolas Pimentel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicolas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicolas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicolas'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; Nicolas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 Nicolas
Nicolas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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. Nicolas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicolas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicolas Pimentel
How much does it cost to hire Nicolas for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicolas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicolas offer a free consultation?
Nicolas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicolas's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Nicolas's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in this state typically take?
Simple aviation 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. Nicolas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicolas take my case if I'm outside the area?
Nicolas evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Nicolas's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Nicolas?
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. Nicolas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicolas accepting new aviation clients right now?
Nicolas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.