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Nicole M. Burns has practiced family law in Northern Virginia for over a decade, guiding clients through divorce, custody disputes, visitation, support, domestic abuse, and property division. She has handled a wide range of cases, from amicable settlements to complex litigation, and frequently helps resolve post-divorce issues. Nicole is also experienced in alternative dispute resolution methods and takes a practical, client-focused approach to helping families move forward.
She is trained in both mediation and collaborative law. Nicole can serve as a neutral mediator or represent clients during the mediation process. She also works with clients who choose the collaborative process, a structured alternative to litigation that encourages respectful negotiation and long-term solutions.
Nicole is admitted to practice in courts across Northern Virginia and is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association, the Prince William County Bar Association, and the Virginia State Bar.
A graduate of George Mason University School of Law, Nicole earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Catholic University of America, where she completed graduate work in cultural psychology and child development. She has remained connected to the university through speaking engagements on how psychological training can inform legal practice. She is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Nicole is deeply involved in her community, serving as vice president of her homeowners association, volunteering with Girl Scouts, and teaching religious education. As a parent of a child with special needs, she brings insight and empathy to her work with families facing similar challenges. She and her husband are raising two daughters who stay active with music, acting, and scouting.
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 2010
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1818 Library Street, Suite 500, Reston, VA, 20190
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Posted by Marnie | March 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I went through a divorce after almost 10 years, with an 8 year old daughter. It was super scary and unsettling until I had my consult with Nicole and Jenni... She knows it all and helped me work through things QUICKLY and PAINLESSLY - I couldn't believe it, after horror stories I've heard of friend...
Posted by Michele | March 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Nicole Burns came recommended to me by the attorney I had (and trusted). When my attorney decided to leave law to raise a family, she told me that Nicole was a lot like her -- she takes the high road and doesn't get into dirty fighting with other attorneys. Exactly right. Nicole is a class act and w...
Posted by Brandon | February 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Nicole has represented me as my attorney for the past 4 years and has done an exceptional job doing so. I have previous experience with a terrible attorney and truly applicate the fact that I believe I have one of the very best. Nicole has helped me navigate though the legal system to overcome so muc...
Posted by Elizabeth | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Nicole Burns is an exceptional lawyer that represented me on a long and protracted child custody case. With each turn in the case Ms. Burns explained the legal issue at hand, outlined various scenarios and options and provided a recommendation. I always went with her recommendation which always culmi...
Posted by Leigh | March 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Nicole has fortunately been my legal counsel since June 2016 in a child custody case. It is a very sad situation that has required a very difficult balancing act of compassion and fairness which Nicole has navigated beautifully. In our recent court appearance Nicole referenced a statute that, in my...
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is a dedicated attorney who always strives to achieve the best possible result for her clients."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Best Law Firm, Best Law Firms
2025
Elite Lawyer - Divorce, Elite Lawyer
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2024
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024 - Present
Owner, Nicole M. Burns, Attorney at Law
2018 - 2024
Partner, Hirsch & Ehlenberger
2011 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Hirsch & Ehlenberger
2010 - 2011
In House Counsel, ALIS, Inc.
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, McCandlish & Lillard
2008 - 2009
Legal Clinic Intern, Fairfax Circuit Court
2006 - 2007
Paralegal, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
2022 - Present
Prince William County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
Member
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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