Erik Gerard Nielsen, Appellate Attorney in Burlington, Vermont
focused on Appellate, Business, and Energy
Burlington, VT
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Erik Gerard Nielsen is an attorney based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Energy.
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About Erik Gerard Nielsen: Erik Gerard Nielsen is an attorney based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Energy.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erik takes on
Erik concentrates on appellate, business, energy, environmental, and estate litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erik handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Business
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Energy
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Environmental
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Estate Litigation
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Appellate cases in Burlington, Vermont
Erik takes appellate matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Burlington, Vermont
Erik takes business matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Burlington, Vermont
Erik takes energy matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Burlington, Vermont
Erik takes environmental matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in Burlington, Vermont
Erik takes estate litigation matters in Burlington, Vermont. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erik Gerard Nielsen — appellate lawyer in Burlington
Erik Gerard Nielsen is an attorney based in Burlington, VT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Energy.
Erik Gerard Nielsen is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate, construction and 6 other areas of law. Erik received a B.A. degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and has been licensed for 2016 years. Erik practices in Burlington, VT.
How Erik handles appellate matters
Erik Gerard Nielsen is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appellate, construction and 6 other areas of law. Erik received a B.A. degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and has been licensed for 2016 years. Erik practices in Burlington, VT.
Who Erik represents
Erik reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and energy matters in Burlington and the surrounding Vermont area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 2011
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Je
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Jurisdictions
Erik's state bar admissions
Colorado New York
2015 · ACTIVE
Vermont
2013 · ACTIVE
New York Supreme Cou
2012 · ACTIVE
Erik studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and — in Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Je.
Law school and academic background
Erik completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and — in Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey B.A. Planning and Public Policy Rutgers, The State University of New Je. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erik runs in Vermont is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Erik's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Memberships & Activities •Colorado Defense Lawyers Association •Communications Committee Member •Vermont Law School, Adjunct Professor: Oil and Gas Law, Public Law
2014-2015) •Community College of Vermont, Adjunct Professor of Business Law (2014 · membership
Locations
Erik Gerard Nielsen's office in Burlington
Erik's primary office is at 91 College St, Burlington, VT, 05402-0545. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Erik Gerard Nielsen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erik usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erik charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik'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; Erik will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Burlington, Vermont
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Erik
Erik discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Erik confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erik's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erik Gerard Nielsen
How much does it cost to hire Erik for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erik walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erik offer a free consultation?
Erik charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Erik's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Vermont typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Erik gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erik take my case if I'm outside Burlington?
Erik is licensed in Vermont. Matters governed by Vermont law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Erik 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 Erik?
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. Erik will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erik accepting new appellate clients right now?
Erik'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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