Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi, General Attorney in Greenbrae, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice
Greenbrae, CA
Practicing general in Greenbrae since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi is an attorney based in Greenbrae, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Nicholas has over 32 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Greenbrae, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Medical Malpractice
- Handles General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice matters from Greenbrae, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi: Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi is an attorney based in Greenbrae, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Nicholas has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nicholas takes on
Nicholas concentrates on general, insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicholas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Insurance
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Greenbrae, California
Nicholas takes general matters in Greenbrae, 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.
Insurance cases in Greenbrae, California
Nicholas takes insurance matters in Greenbrae, 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.
Medical Malpractice cases in Greenbrae, California
Nicholas takes medical malpractice matters in Greenbrae, 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.
Personal Injury cases in Greenbrae, California
Nicholas takes personal injury matters in Greenbrae, 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 Joseph Piediscalzi — general lawyer in Greenbrae
Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi is an attorney based in Greenbrae, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Nicholas has over 32 years of legal experience.
Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, medical malpractice, insurance bad faith and 2 other areas of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Nicholas practices in Greenbrae, CA.
How Nicholas handles general matters
Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, medical malpractice, insurance bad faith and 2 other areas of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Nicholas practices in Greenbrae, CA.
The kind of cases Nicholas takes
Nicholas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and medical malpractice matters in Greenbrae and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Francisco
J.D. · 1994
University of Colorado at Boulder
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Nicholas's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Nicholas studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco and B.A. in University of Colorado at Boulder.
Law school and academic background
Nicholas completed J.D. in University of San Francisco and B.A. in University of Colorado at Boulder. 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.
Locations
Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi's office in Greenbrae
Nicholas's primary office is at 10 Gretchen Pl, Greenbrae, CA, 94904-2494. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Greenbrae, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicholas Joseph Piediscalzi
How much does it cost to hire Nicholas for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Nicholas's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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 Greenbrae?
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 general 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
General attorneys serving Greenbrae, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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