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Phillip Peter Nikolis, Business Attorney in Mineola, New York

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury

PartneratPugatch & Nikolis

Mineola, NY

Practicing business in Mineola since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
3
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Phillip Peter Nikolis is a partner based in Mineola, NY. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pugatch & Nikolis.

Based in
Mineola, NY
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Business · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Mineola, NY.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Phillip Peter Nikolis: Phillip Peter Nikolis is a partner based in Mineola, NY. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pugatch & Nikolis.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Phillip Peter Nikolis

Phillip concentrates on business, litigation, personal injury, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Phillip handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Mineola, New York

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

Litigation cases in Mineola, New York

Phillip takes litigation matters in Mineola, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Mineola, New York

Phillip takes personal injury matters in Mineola, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Mineola, New York

Phillip takes real estate matters in Mineola, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Phillip agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Phillip Peter Nikolis — Over 41 years of New York business experience

Phillip Peter Nikolis is a partner based in Mineola, NY. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Phillip has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pugatch & Nikolis.

Phillip Peter Nikolis is a lawyer practicing real estate, plaintiff personal injury, commercial litigation. Phillip received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years. Phillip practices at Pugatch & Nikolis in Mineola, NY.

How Phillip handles business matters

Phillip Peter Nikolis is a lawyer practicing real estate, plaintiff personal injury, commercial litigation. Phillip received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years. Phillip practices at Pugatch & Nikolis in Mineola, NY.

Who Phillip represents

Phillip reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and personal injury matters in Mineola and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Phillip Peter Nikolis's legal education and bar admissions

  • The John Marshall Law School

    J.D. · 1983

  • New York University

    B.A. · 1979

Jurisdictions

Phillip's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1985 · ACTIVE

Phillip studied at J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.A. in New York University.

Law school and academic background

Phillip completed J.D. in The John Marshall Law School and B.A. in New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Phillip runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Phillip's professional memberships and bar associations

  • National Institute of Trial Advocacy

    membership

Locations

Phillip Peter Nikolis's office in Mineola

Phillip's primary office is at 220 Mineola Blvd., Ste. 4, Mineola, NY, 11501-2533. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Pugatch & Nikolis

220 Mineola Blvd., Ste. 4

Mineola, NY 11501-2533

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Hiring guide

How to hire Phillip Peter Nikolis — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Phillip charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Phillip'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; Phillip will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Mineola, New York

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 Phillip

Phillip 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. Phillip confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Phillip'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 Phillip Peter Nikolis

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

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

  • Does Phillip offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in New York 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. Phillip gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Phillip take my case if I'm outside Mineola?

    Phillip is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Phillip 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 Phillip?

    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. Phillip will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Phillip accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

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