Nicholas V. Williams

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Nicholas V. Williams: Attorney with Motley Rice LLC

Biography

Nicholas Williams represents people who developed health problems caused by defective medical drugs and devices, toxic exposure and environmental contamination.

Nicholas is a member of the appellate team that represents childhood lead poisoning victims who were exposed to white lead carbonate products in Wisconsin. Additionally, he is on the team representing farmers, railroad workers and other people who have developed Parkinson’s disease after using Paraquat, a toxic weed killer.

A former Motley Rice law clerk, Nicholas gained additional experience throughout law school while working as a legal extern with Hometown Strong North Carolina, where he assisted the Governor’s Office on rural economic development initiatives, rural COVID-19 outreach efforts, and broadband policy implementation. He also interned with Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Durham Eviction Diversion Program, where he collaborated with attorneys and community members on eviction defense strategy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Nicholas continued his housing legal work as a student practitioner with the UNC Civil Legal Assistance Clinic, where he assisted clients facing evictions and administrative disputes.

A Jacquez - de Varona Legal fellow of the Hispanic/Latino Law Students Association, Nicholas was also President of the University of North Carolina’s chapter of the American Constitution Society and Secretary of the Carolina Public Interest Law Organization. He is a recipient of the Gressman and Pollitt Oral Advocacy Award. Nicholas is also an Eagle Scout.

Blog Posts

February 26, 2020

Decade in Review: Plaintiffs’ Litigation Highlights Causes, Not Just Cases

by: Joseph F. Rice

February 20, 2020

Breast implant safety called into question Causes, Not Just Cases

by: Laura K. Stemkowski

August 19, 2019

FDA’s push for transparency long overdue Causes, Not Just Cases

by: Fidelma L. Fitzpatrick

News

February 17, 2026

National Roundup Class Settlement Agreement Reached in Missouri State Court

by: Motley Rice

October 24, 2025

Parkinson’s disease and the hidden impact of TCE

by:
Carmen S. Scott
Nicholas V. Williams

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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Medical Devices
  • Medical Drugs
  • Toxic Exposure
  • Women's Health Lawsuits

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Appalachian State University, B.A., 2018
Law School Attended:
University of North Carolina School of Law, J.D., 2022
Year of First Admission:
2022
Admission:
North Carolina; South Carolina; U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, the District of South Carolina, and the Eastern District of Wisconsin
Memberships:

Associations

American Association for Justice

Charleston County Bar Association

South Carolina Association for Justice

Reported Cases:
Casework: Roundup Class Settlement - February 2026 Agreement: Proposed class counsel and Monsanto (owned by Bayer AG) have announced a $7.25 billion tiered national class settlement agreement that could resolve tens of thousands of pending civil claims filed by individuals diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) after exposure to the glyphosate-based herbicide Roundup .; Toxic Exposure; Active Case; East Palestine Train Derailment: Learn more about the Norfolk Southern Derailment, what caused it and the hazardous materials released.; Toxic Exposure Transportation Accident Lawsuits; Active Case; Birth Control Lawsuits: People who choose to take birth control have the right to safe and effective medicine. Sadly, whether prescribed to prevent pregnancy, to help regulate hormones, or another reason, a growing number of birth control products have been found to cause serious and even deadly side effects. Learn more about ongoing and previous birth control lawsuits and eligibility.; Women's Health Lawsuits Medical Drugs Medical Device Lawsuits; Active Case; Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuit: Bard hernia mesh has been linked to thousands of injuries. Those injured may file Bard hernia mesh lawsuits.; Medical Device Lawsuits; Active Case; Dacthal Lawsuits: Dacthal lawsuits follow the EPA's ban on the herbicide due to claims of harm to pregnant women and fetuses.; Toxic Exposure; Lead Poisoning Lawsuits: Lead poisoning can lead to serious health issues, especially for children. Learn about lead poisoning lawsuits and the qualifications to file.; Toxic Exposure; Active Case; Roundup Lawsuit: People are filing Roundup lawsuits against Monsanto over Roundup's link to non-Hodgkin lymphoma.; Toxic Exposure; Active Case; Paragard Lawsuit: Thousands of people allege birth control breakage led to serious health complications. Learn about ongoing lawsuits and potential Paragard IUD lawsuit eligibility.; Women's Health Lawsuits Medical Device Lawsuits; Active Case; Paraquat Lawsuit: Paraquat lawsuits against manufacturers allege that exposure to the herbicide paraquat may lead to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease.; Toxic Exposure; Active Case; Hair Relaxer Lawsuit: Hair relaxer lawsuits allege that chemical hair straightening products led to uterine and ovarian cancers.; Toxic Exposure; Active Case; WanaBana Lawsuit: Toxic Exposure; WanaBana, Schnucks and Weis Markets brand apple-cinnamon fruit pouches have all been voluntarily recalled for high levels of lead.
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