Nicolas G. Pazos

About Nicolas

Nicolas focuses his practice on civil litigation in state court in the area of insurance defense. Prior to joining the firm, he practiced in the same area at another firm representing clients throughout the State of Florida. Nicolas was also a former Assistant Public Defender for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit serving indigent Hillsborough County residents. Nicolas has handled thousands of cases and litigated both criminal and civil cases in both jury and non-jury trials. While in law school, Nicolas focused on Litigation and Trial Advocacy while also serving as a student representative for the National Security Law Society and as President of the Hunting & Rifle Association.

Practice Areas

Insurance Law Insights

California Wildfire 2026: Insurance Claims, Evacuation Rights, and When to Call a Lawyer

With the Sandy and Bain fires forcing 43,000 California residents to evacuate, wildfire victims have just 60 days to file proof of loss and may qualify for 24 months of additional living expenses under state law. Here is what California Insurance Code §§ 2051.5 and 2071, Civil Code § 1942, and Penal Code § 396 require — and when bad faith becomes a separate claim.

Education

• South Texas College of Law, J.D.
• University of Florida, B.A.

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