About Nicole
Nicole is a Senior Associate Attorney with Lynch & Owens as well as a mediator and Collaborative Attorney. Prior to joining the firm, Nicole was an associate attorney with Nasios & Associates with a primary focus on family law issues, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, modification and contempt actions, and matters relating to the Department of Children and Families. Nicole was previously an associate attorney for a civil litigation firm in Boston, representing insurance companies in contract and tort law, as well as under the consumer protection statute. Nicole is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and before the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.
Nicole’s additional experience includes her serving as a legal advocate with Casa Myrna Vazquez, where she provided legal assistance in the Probate and Family Court and criminal courts to victims of domestic violence. Nicole also served as a prosecutor in the West Roxbury Division of the Boston Municipal Court under S.J.C. Rule 3:03. Prior to graduating from law school, Nicole was employed as a Victim and Witness Advocate in the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office, working in the Superior and Districts Courts.
Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts (BA), graduating from University of Rochester, and in 2012 she earned her Juris Doctorate from New England School of Law in Boston, where she achieved Dean’s List status during all semesters. She has been admitted to practice law in Massachusetts since 2012.
Nicole appears frequently in Plymouth Probate and Family Court and Norfolk Probate and Family Court, as well as the Probate and Family Courts in Bristol, Suffolk and Middlesex counties. Nicole is an active member of numerous professional affiliations including the Massachusetts Bar Association and the Plymouth County Bar Association.
Nicole is certified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to appear as appointed counsel in the Probate and Family Court and the Juvenile Courts. Nicole is a certified Notary Public for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Visit her profile at https://lynchowens.com/attorney-nicole-k-levy/.
Practice areas
- Divorce and separation: 45%
Handled more than 100 Massachusetts divorces in Plymouth, Norfolk, Bristol, Middlesex, Suffolk and other Massachusetts counties. Work includes child custody, child support, alimony and the division of marital assets.
7 years, 200 cases
- Child abuse: 20%
Represent parents and caretakers under investigation by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) for alleged neglect or abuse of children.
7 years, 100 cases
- Mediation: 20%
Divorce and family law mediator for South Shore Divorce Mediation with offices in Hingham and Cape Cod. Includes mediation of all family law matters.
5 years, 100 cases
- Family: 15%
Attorney for paternity, 209C and litigation involving unmarried parents. Focus includes child custody and child support.
7 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
English
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Contact
Lynch & Owens, P.C.
62 Derby St
Suites 4-5
Hingham, MA, 02043-3728
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Active | 2012 | 09/16/2019 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Family Law "10 Best Attorney" Selection for Massachusetts | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
| Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
| Top 10 Attorney | Attorney and Practice Magazine | 2019 |
| Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 for Massachusetts | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Divorce Mediator | South Shore Divorce Mediation | 2017 - Present |
| Senior Associate Attorney | Lynch & Owens, P.C. | 2016 - Present |
| Associate Attorney | Nasios & Associates | 2014 - 2015 |
| Associate Attorney | McGovern, Snyder & Ganem, P.C. | 2013 - 2014 |
| Law Clerk | Suffolk County District Attorney | 2012 - 2012 |
| Legal Advocate | Casa Myrna Vazquez, Inc. | 2011 - 2011 |
|---|---|---|
| Victim/Witness Advocate | Worcester District Attorney's Office | 2007 - 2009 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Collaborative Law Council | Certified Collaborative Law Attorney | 2017 - Present |
| Plymouth County Bar Association | Conciliator | 2017 - Present |
| Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation | Member | 2016 - Present |
| Plymouth County Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| South Shore Divorce Mediation Blog | Divorce Mediation Blog Entries | 2019 |
| L&O Divorce & Family Law Blog | Divorce, Family Law and DCF Blog Entries | 2019 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| New England School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
| University of Rochester | N/A | 2006 |
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(39)Cory Clements, Family Attorney on Nov 21, 2017
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Walter Hnot,, Social security Attorney on Mar 21, 2017
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Nicole is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
Bradford Sperr, Probate Attorney on Feb 11, 2017
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Nicole is an exceptional attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. She is highly regarded in her field.
Peter Depew, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2017
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Paul Knudsen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 6, 2016
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Dominick Dolci, Criminal defense Attorney on May 10, 2016
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Daniel Gigiano, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 8, 2016
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David Hammond, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2016
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Michael Rogers, Health care Attorney on Apr 27, 2016
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Seth Crosland, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Apr 22, 2016
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Matthew Tyson, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2016
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Nicole provides her clients with passionate representation. I would not hesitate to recommend her to my own friends and family.
Ross Russell, Arbitration Attorney on Apr 15, 2016
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Nicole Levy is highly respected and is known for her zealous advocacy. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Pappas, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 14, 2016
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Nicole Levy is a highly-rated divorce and family law attorney, knowledgeable in her field, and will do an excellent job for you.
Danielle Callahan, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 11, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Levy is one of the finest attorneys in her field in Massachusetts. I highly recommend her legal services.
Cody Dowden, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 8, 2016
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For a knowledgeable and competent attorney, look no further than Nicole. You can trust her judgement in advising you on your case.
Hany Brollesy, Immigration Attorney on Apr 8, 2016
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Attorney Levy is highly recommended in the community, with excellent credentials and experience. I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Caulfield, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 8, 2016
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A knowledgeable family law practitioner!
Daniel Shamy, Litigation Attorney on Apr 7, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer for her experience and qualifications in the areas of law she practices.
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- Hourly Rates$325-$325/hour
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