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Nicholas Garcés, Attorney
About Nicholas Garcés
Nicholas Garcés is an attorney at Civica Law Group, APC with a broad spectrum of experience in criminal, civil, and immigration law. His career reflects a steadfast commitment to public service and advocacy, with a focus on improving and protecting communities.
Mr. Garcés earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School, where he was an Associate Editor for the Southwestern Journal of International Law, and published a scholarly law article. Mr. Garcés received his undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with the USC Annenberg School of Journalism.
Civica Law Group, APC
Mailing Address
4000 Barranca Parkway
Suite 250 PMB #782
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 336-1116
Ngarces@civicalaw.com
Areas of Practice
Education and Experience
Bio
- Code Enforcement
- Municipal Litigation
- Nuisance Abatement
- Substandard Housing
- Multi-family housing
- Receiverships
- Land use, Planning & Zoning
- Permits & Entitlements
- Drone Law
Degrees, Certifications, and Relevant Experience
- B.A in Journalism, University of Southern California, USC Annenberg School of Journalism, Los Angeles, CA
- J.D from Southwestern Law School, Los Angeles, CA
Court Admissions
- State Bar of California
Organizations
- California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO)
More About Nicholas Garcés
Mr. Garcés is admitted to the State Bar of California and the United States District Court, Central District of California, and for practice before the U.S. Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR)/Immigration Court.
Before joining Civica Law Group, APC, Mr. Garcés served as a Staff Attorney for a nonprofit organization, where he championed the rights and welfare of vulnerable children and youth. Mr. Garcés also previously served as a City Prosecutor and Special Counsel with another office where he represented many Southern California cities in efforts to protect and uphold the health, safety, and betterment of local communities. His local government work included prosecuting criminal violations, enforcing state and local laws through civil and administrative remedies, and fostering collaborative solutions with respect and compassion when possible.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Garcés worked in criminal defense, traffic defense and managed his own practice. His diverse professional background also includes pre-law experience in journalism, where he served as an Editor for a Los Angeles area radio news station, bringing a unique perspective to his legal practice.
Outside of legal practice, he enjoys spending time with his wife, family, and occasionally surfing waves of Southern California’s local beaches.