Amy Nicholas
Attorney at Law
Virginia
MD
"I have no client reviews-"
About
Amy is currently an Attorney Advisor at NCD where she analyzes current and future legislation and regulations to ensure that the Administration, Congress and federal agencies are following the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Amy lives in Northern Virginia and looks forward to providing her unique skil
experience
Practice Areas
Client Reviews
"I work for the federal government-I do not have client reviews-what do I put here? Will not let me move on without some input"
"I have no client reviews-"
Work History
Maryland courts
Appointed Attorney
Dec 2019 - Present
Provide representation to indigent criminal defendants at their initial hearing.
National Council on Disability
Attorney Advisor
Jan 2015 - Present
Analyze existing and proposed laws and federal agency regulations to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Draft memos and briefs highlighting findings and recommendations. Present findings and recommendations to the Administration, Congress and other federal agencies.
Department of Transportation
Equal Opportunity Specialist
Nov 2013 - Nov 2014
Analyzed complex ADA complaints. Investigated individual complaints discerning whether a transit violation occurred under DOT ADA regulations. Performed legal research to discern if issues enumerated in complaints were violations of the ADA and ensured proper regulations were analyzed and applied to the specific circumstances of each case.
Department of Justice
Legal Intern
Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
Researched and analyzed data and evidence to recommend course of action on multiple employment discrimination cases. Drafted memorandum for course of action in an integral Title III public accommodation case. Drafted request for information letters and memoranda requesting intervention of right.
Indiana Attorney General
Legal intern
May 2010 - Sep 2010
Research complex legal issues, drafted several motions for summary disposition and motions to dismiss as well as supporting memorandum for staff attorneys. Prepared multiple affidavits in preparation for trial and developed derogatory questions for staff attorney.