The Law Office of Nicholas Wood, P.S. is a premiere criminal defense, military law, and civil litigation firm located in beautiful downtown Vancouver, Washington. Attorney Nicholas A. Wood has vast experience dealing with the police, prosecutors and other law firms in litigation matters. As a result, Nick has achieved sensational results for his clients on a consistent basis. As a former prosecutor in Clark County WA (Rule Nine Intern), the United States Air Force (Trial Counsel and Assistant Trial Counsel) and U.S. Attorney's Office (Special Assistant U.S Attorney), Nick understands the methods, strategies and tactics commonly used by prosecutors today, which allows him a tremendous advantage in preparing effective representation for his clients.
Since 2005
2012 - Current
The City of Scappoose Oregon
As the presiding judge for the Scappoose Municipal Court I decide a variety of legal issues related to criminal and traffic matters, to include constitutional challenges related to search and seizure and other important civil rights guaranteed under the Federal and Oregon Constitutions.
2006 - Current
The Law Office of Nicholas Wood, P.S.
Represent clients in criminal, military, family law and civil litigation matters. Extensive trial and appellate experience.
2000 - 2005
U.S. Air Force
Area Defense Counsel, Misawa Air Base, Japan: July 2003 to December 2004. Advise and represent active duty Air Force members facing various administrative, disciplinary, or court-martial actions at Misawa AB and throughout the Pacific Circuit. The specific duties of the position include litigating criminal and administrative cases, interviewing witnesses, preparing pleadings and negotiating with prosecutors. Chief, Labor, Environmental and Operations Law, Misawa Air Base, Japan: March 2002 to July 2003. Served as primary trial counsel (prosecutor) in court-martials occurring at Misawa AB during my assignment. Advised commanders on all issues relating to conducting operations in Japan in accordance with the U.S./Japan Status of Forces Agreement and applicable international law. Prepared materials and rendered advice and training in compliance with the Law of Armed Conflict and applicable rules of engagement. Provided advice to commanders on federal labor law issues involving civilian employees, and was tasked to represent the Air Force in an appeal before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Advised commanders regarding environmental standards applicable to US Forces’ operations in Japan. Chief, Claims, Legal Assistance, and Operations Law, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina: March 2000 to March 2002. Served as trial counsel (prosecutor) in court-martials and as government representative in administrative discharge boards. Evaluated, researched and prepared a wide-range of legal opinions on medical malpractice and other tort claims asserted against the United States. Advised hospital staff on a variety of medical-legal issues. Managed wing legal assistance program and supervised a staff of five claims examiners. Prepared materials and rendered advice and training on the Law of Armed Conflict.
2009 - 2012
MBA | Business
1997 - 1999
J.D. | Law
1993 - 1996
B.S. | Administration of Justice
U.S. Air Force
U.S. Air Force
U.S. Air Force
U.S. Air Force
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Veteran's Benefits
