Arthur Chapman Nicholas N. Rapisarda
  • Nicholas N. Rapisarda
  • Associate
  • Arthur Chapman Kettering Smetak & Pikala, P.A.
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 612-375-5975  direct dial
  • 612-339-7655  fax

  • nnrapisarda@arthurchapman.com
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Nick’s practice focuses on Automobile Law, Commercial Transportation Law, Medical Malpractice, and General Liability. In addition to litigation, Nick has experience working with startups and private businesses in contract formation and review, as well as compliance. Nick has worked in a wide variety of jobs which gives him a unique and holistic perspective on serving clients. 

Nick has also worked as an emergency department scribe, an executive assistant, market analytics researcher, and ramp agent for Delta Airlines. During his time at the airline Nick traveled to many countries and believes his interactions with a wide array of peoples and cultures has played a large role in making deeper connections and offering greater understanding for clients. 

Nick graduated from the University of St. Thomas, where he earned his degree in Neuroscience, with a minor in business administration. He then attended the University of St. Thomas School of Law. In addition to his studies, Nick conducted research through the biology department and played varsity soccer as a starter for four years.

In his free time, Nick stays active playing soccer, basketball, and volleyball. He also enjoys staying up to date on the newest in fitness and health but has been known to take on various food challenges. Nick is passionate about developing the whole person and stays very active both personally and professionally.

Presentations

  • "A New Claim in MN: Negligent Hiring of an Independent Contractor," 2026 Minnesota Automobile & Trucking Law Seminar, Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A., September 2026
  • "From Entry-Level to Leadership: Aligning Expectations of Young Lawyers with Senior Shareholders," MDLA 2025 Mid-Winter Conference, January, 2025

Education

University of St. Thomas School of Law, J.D., 2021
University of St. Thomas, B.S., 2015


Bar Admissions

Minnesota, 2022
South Dakota, 2024
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, 2024


Professional Associations and Memberships

Minnesota Asian Pacific American Bar Association
Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association
Minnesota State Bar Association


Licenses

Minnesota
South Dakota

Practice Areas


Legal Team

  • Angelique (Angie) M. Sherman
  • Legal Administrative Assistant
  • 612-225-6761
  • Email
  • amsherman@arthurchapman.com