Christopher L. Nickels
About Christopher L. Nickels
Christopher L. Nickels is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Christopher L. Nickels is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Quarles & Brady LLP
Education: Villanova University, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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