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Christie Nicholson, J.D.

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Christie Nicholson, J.D., Contributing Author

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Christie Nicholson serves as a legal writer for Findlaw. She is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania but has lived in Southern New Jersey for much of her life. She graduated from Rutgers University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She went on to graduate from Rutgers Law School with her J.D. After graduation, Christie spent over a decade working in the financial sector. Christie also earned her teacher’s certification and spent several years working as a Calculus teacher and private tutor. In 2016, she found her calling and became a full-time legal writer.

When she isn’t working, you can find Christie either reading a book, working on her art, or spending time with her Shih-Tzu Maddie. Family is important to Christie, and she always makes it a point to spend time with her mom, brother, and sister.

Christie is an avid sports fan and doesn’t miss a Phillies or Eagles game. She is lucky enough to live at the beach and wouldn’t trade it for the world.

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