Nikolas Manitaras

Nikolas Manitaras approaches each matter with the rigor, attention to detail, and intellectual curiosity that have defined his academic and early professional career. Since joining Shaub, Ahmuty, Citrin & Spratt, LLP as a first-year associate, he has handled many aspects of medical malpractice litigation, including legal research, medical record review, case evaluation, drafting of pleadings and motions, and litigation preparation. Nikolas brings a methodical approach to analyzing complex medical and legal issues, assessing liability and damages, and contributing to the development of effective defense strategies for healthcare clients. 

In 2025, Nikolas was a summer associate at SACS, during which he attended court appearances, depositions, and expert meetings; conducted comprehensive medical record reviews; drafted suit evaluations with settlement valuations grounded in relevant case law; and prepared substantive litigation documents including bills of particulars and dispositive motions. He also had the opportunity to observe two medical malpractice trials, an early foundation that continues to inform his approach to litigation. Earlier experience as a legal intern at a small, full-service law firm provided him with courtroom exposure, client intake experience, and hands-on drafting work in a criminal defense context. 

Nikolas graduated from St. John's University School of Law in 2026, where he earned a full merit Dean's Scholarship and served as a Senior Staff Member of the St. John's Law Review.