Nicholas Jamal Waddles, Employment Contracts Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 29 years of legal practice
Partner
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment contracts in Los Angeles since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
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Nicholas Jamal Waddles is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts. Nicholas has over 29 years of legal experience.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
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- Employment Contracts
- Handles Employment Contracts matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nicholas Jamal Waddles: Nicholas Jamal Waddles is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts. Nicholas has over 29 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nicholas takes on
Nicholas concentrates on employment contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicholas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment Contracts cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicholas takes employment contracts matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicholas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nicholas Jamal Waddles — employment contracts lawyer in Los Angeles
Nicholas Jamal Waddles is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment Contracts. Nicholas has over 29 years of legal experience.
Nicholas Jamal Waddles is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation. Nicholas Jamal received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Nicholas Jamal practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Nicholas's approach to employment contracts cases
Nicholas Jamal Waddles is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation. Nicholas Jamal received a B.S. degree from Truman State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Nicholas Jamal practices in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Nicholas takes
Nicholas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment contracts matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington University
J.D. · 1996
Truman State University
B.S. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Nicholas's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1999 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1997 · ACTIVE
Nicholas studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.S. in Truman State University.
Law school and academic background
Nicholas completed J.D. in Washington University and B.S. in Truman State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicholas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Nicholas's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
Member, Sections on: Tax Law Labor and Employment Western Pension Benefits Committee) American Bar Association (Member, Labor and Employment Section) State Bar of Michigan (Inactive · membership
Locations
Nicholas Jamal Waddles's office in Los Angeles
Nicholas's primary office is at One Century Plaza, 2029 Century Park East, Suite 3500, Los Angeles, CA. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nicholas Jamal Waddles — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment contracts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicholas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicholas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas'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; Nicholas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment contracts attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment contracts 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 Nicholas
Nicholas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment contracts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment contracts 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. Nicholas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicholas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicholas Jamal Waddles
How much does it cost to hire Nicholas for a employment contracts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicholas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicholas offer a free consultation?
Nicholas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas's office. Some employment contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Nicholas's current terms during booking.
How long do employment contracts cases in California typically take?
Simple employment contracts 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. Nicholas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicholas take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Nicholas is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nicholas 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 Nicholas?
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. Nicholas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicholas accepting new employment contracts clients right now?
Nicholas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment Contracts attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
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