About Richard Angelo

Richard Angelo Nicotra is a personal injury attorney based in Buffalo, New York. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Toledo College of Law in 1995 and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1988. He is admitted to practice in all New York State Courts, including the Western New York Bankruptcy Court and Federal Court. In 1996, he founded The Nicotra Law Firm, PC, which focuses on personal injury cases such as car accidents, dog bites, and slip and fall incidents. The firm has secured multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for its clients. Nicotra has held leadership roles in several professional organizations.

He served as the President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association's Western Regional Affiliate from 2016 to 2017. He is also a member of the Erie County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the Order of Barristers. Clients have praised Nicotra for his dedication and expertise. One client noted his compassion and understanding during a challenging time, while another highlighted his extensive knowledge of the law combined with a caring attitude. Nicotra's firm maintains offices in Buffalo, Rochester, and Lancaster, New York, serving clients across the Western New York area. They offer free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients only pay if they win their case.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit The Nicotra Law Firm's website or contact them directly. Please note that while this information is current as of February 2026, it's advisable to verify the latest details directly with the firm or through official channels. \n\nIn 1996, he founded The Nicotra Law Firm, PC, which focuses on personal injury cases such as car accidents, dog bites. Slip and fall incidents. The firm has secured multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for its clients.\n\nNicotra has held leadership roles in several professional organizations. He served as the President of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association's Western Regional Affiliate from 2016 to 2017.

He is also a member of the Erie County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the Order of Barristers.\n\nClients have praised Nicotra for his dedication and expertise. One client noted his compassion and understanding during a challenging time. Another highlighted his extensive knowledge of the law combined with a caring attitude.\n\nNicotra's firm maintains offices in Buffalo, Rochester, and Lancaster, New York, serving clients across the Western New York area. They offer free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients only pay if they win their case.\n\nFor more information or to schedule a consultation, visit The Nicotra Law Firm's website or contact them directly.\n\nPlease note that while this information is current as of February 2026, it's advisable to verify the latest details directly with the firm or through official channels.","sources":[

Education

The University of Toledo College of Law

J.D. (1995) | LAW

1992

State University of New York - Buffalo

B.A. (1992) | Economics

1988

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Founder

The Nicotra Law Office, PC

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York

Types of Cases Handled

all New York State Courts including the Western New York Bankruptcy Court Federal Court

Professional Associations

WNY Trial Lawyer s Association

has membership 2024 - Current

American Association of Justice

has membership 2019 - Current

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 2013 - Current

Erie County Bar Association

has membership 1996 - Current

NYSTLA Western Regional Affiliate

Past President 2016 - 2017

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