Nicole Whitaker

Nicole Whitaker

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 11 years

Immigration Lawyer at Towson, MD
Practice Areas: Immigration

406 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 200, Towson, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 11 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2014

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 9 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2016

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Whitaker Legal, LLC: Towson Office

406 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 200, Towson, MD, 21204

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Nicole Whitaker's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jose George | July 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceptional Legal Expertise and Outstanding Support

I feel incredibly fortunate to have chosen Miss Nicole Whitaker and her law firm as my legal representatives. From our initial conversation, Miss Nicole clearly explained my options and timeline with an impressive understanding of the legal intricacies involved. Throughout this process, she and her t...eam, including Miss Katya, Miss Adriana, and Mr. Miguel, have been consistently professional and supportive. Their dedication to their clients is evident in every interaction. I am deeply grateful to the entire team for their unwavering commitment and exceptional service. If you have an immigration case, I am confident that Miss Whitaker's law firm will handle it with expertise and care.

Posted by Olawale Ade. | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

I-751 and Citizenship Approved After 7 Complicated Years

I literally bless the day I was introduced to Ms. Whitaker. She practically turned my near deportation status to me receiving my permanent resident card and citizenship. Trust me, my case was a mess before she took over but she took her time to explain each step and each process, eased my mind after ...I was visited by HSI agents and was there to answer any of my questions, concerns and problems. The level of professionalism yet friendliness displayed by Ms Whitaker and her staff was so refreshing during times of anxiety and worries. I would gladly and proudly recommend her to anyone

Posted by Robert | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent Lawyer

Ms. Whitaker was God sent. I found Nicole through Avvo, my case was complicated, I wanted to apply for Naturalization but after consulting numerous “Big/famous and super expensive” lawyers who basically made it seem like my case was hopeless I almost decided to just postpone the application. However,... everything changed when I found Nicole and made an appointment. At the appointment she immediately made me feel more relaxed about my case. She was very knowledgeable and gave straight to the point answers. I decided to proceed with hiring her (best decision of my life) and her and her team proceeded with putting in my application. They constantly provided me status of my application, didn’t have to chase them around for that. I worry a lot by nature, so throughout the waiting period, I was constantly stressing but Nicole always put my mind at ease. When time finally came for my interview, Nicole and I did a practice interview prior, she prepared me of what to expect and on that day, she accompanied me to the interview. Her presence helped a lot. I got my Citizenship and got sworn in the same day. Working with Nicole’s firm was the best decision I have ever made.

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent - Citizenship and Prenuptial Agreement

Attorney Nicole Whitaker and her team are incredible. I moved to Maryland a year ago on search of an immigration lawyer. I have lived in the US for more than 2 decades and had postponed pursuing my Citizenship. Attorney Whitaker was very knowledgeable and emphatic from the very beginning. I appreciat...ed the timely response from her team at every step of the way. She accompanied me at my interview and provided me with status updates throughout the process. I was so glad that I enlisted her help because I was able to fulfill my dreams of citizenship. I also worked with Attorney Whitaker in coordinating the details of my prenuptial agreement with my Fiancé. I was very impress with level of service that I received from Attorney Whitaker’s team. I appreciated the time Attorney Whitaker to answer all my questions. After all are discussions, I felt more informed and confident about the topics highlighted in the agreement. I highly recommend Whitaker Legal.

Posted by reem82 | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Number 1 attorney in the United states

Where do I begin? I had a very complicated case. I applied for my citizenship and I got denied , I was afraid to loose my green card. I consulted immigration lawyers who have 20_30 years of experience, and none of them gave me the right advice for my case,add to that, that you need to pay extra mone...y for any extra question or advice.most of them put you under the impression that your case is extra complicated and that you are not going to make it without them. I was super desperate until I found this young ,ambitious, professional, super knowledgeable, smart lawyer called nicole whitiker,who I can't thank enough for everything she had done for me. She gave me the right advice,and applied for me for the second time. She also came with me to the interview, I was super confident,she prepared me very well ,the interview went perfect,and I got my citizenship. She answers emails,returns phone calls,answers any question,she is very confident and very knowledgeable. She has a humanitarian side,she loves to help people. Ms.Nicole also ffers free English classes ,,What a great person :) God bless her and her family.

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Nicole Whitaker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 16

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"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is a highly respected attorney. Her zealous advocacy sets her apart from many attorneys. We need more attorneys like Nicole Whitaker."

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Mark Clay

Immigration lawyer | Aug 18

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"I highly endorse Mr. Whitaker. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help.."

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Brent Hardy

Family lawyer | Aug 08

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"I endorse Nicole without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."

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Jonathan Lacour

Unknown lawyer | Apr 28

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"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Murad

Unknown lawyer | Apr 05

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

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"Nicole does a great job for her clients. She really knows her stuff."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

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"An adjunct Professor at the University of Baltimore law school is not a position given to a novice. Her knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions here. Nicole is most honored by the true test of a lawyers worth which are her client reviews. READ THEM! Endorsements from her peers are also outstanding. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with her ASAP."

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Jagbir Terkiana

Unknown lawyer | Mar 14

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"I endorse Nicole, as my fellow Immigration Attorney in Maryland. She is very talented and great asset to legal community. She is very knowledgeable about immigration matters and her advice is very solid and well researched. I would absolutely recommend her services to potential clients."

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Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Florian Tabaku

Immigration lawyer | Feb 23

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is quite knowledgeable and provides excellent advice."

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Steven Eversole

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

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"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is well regarded in the legal community and her education, experience, reviews and endorsements clearly show why. I would highly recommend her in a criminal defense matter."

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Ross Mailman

Immigration lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nicole since Law School. She is an exceptional attorney who works tirelessly and diligently for each and every client. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone searching for an attorney who knows the law and will put your concerns and rights first."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Jan 29

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"This attorney has great determination and drive. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Oehrig

Immigration lawyer | Jan 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is a consummate professional and is well-versed in the law."

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James Saulsbury

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

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"I endorse this lawyer...an extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Deltrove

Immigration lawyer | Jan 12

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"Ms. Whitaker is very helpful, knowledgeable, and is a pleasure to interact with."

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Mengjun Qiu

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

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"Ms. Whitaker is a highly trusted member of the legal community, her contribution is greatly appreciated and valued."

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Frank Stanczak

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

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"I endorse this lawyer. If you are in legal trouble in MD, there is only one attorney I would go to, that is Nicole Whitaker. Bright, articulate, knowledgeable, and kind to the client but a lion to the prosecutor."

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Shadi Sheidayi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Cohen

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 04

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"I endorse this lawyer. She really knows her stuff and is well respected in the legal community."

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Peter Marek

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Robert Oehrig

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Ross Mailman

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Mengjun Qiu

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Shadi Sheidayi

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John Phillips

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Karen-Lee Pollak

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Douglas Borthwick

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Whitaker Legal, LLC

2014 - Present

Adjunct Professor, University of Baltimore School of Law

2014 - 2014

Rule 16 Attorney, Harford County State's Attorney's Office

2013 - 2013

Judicial Intern, Baltimore Immigration Court

2009 - 2009

Spanish Victim/Witness Coordinator, Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2014 - Present

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Attorney Member

2014 - Present

State of Maryland

Notary Public

2014 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2012 - 2014

Latin American Law Student Association

Vice President

2012 - 2014

University of Baltimore Law Forum

Staff Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

Successfully Negotiated Amicable Uncontested Divorce

Uncontested Divorce Granted

Successful Response to Notice of Intent to Deny

Green Card Application Approved

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Education

2014

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2010

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Preguntale a los Expertos

El Saber es Poder: Raices y Recursos

2025

Know Your Rights

Navigating Immigration in Uncertain Times

2024

CCBC ESOL Classes

Immigration Programs & Opportunities

2020

Adult ESOL Classes

Immigration Law 101

2019

Redeemed Christian Church of God

Immigration Law 101

2019

Adult ESOL Classes

Know Your Rights Presentation

2018

Maryland Association for Justice Event, Columbia, Maryland

Representing Children in Immigration, Family and Criminal Cases (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Guest Speaker)

2016

English as a Second Language Class

Immigration 101

2016

CCBC ESOL

Immigration 101

2015

Eastern Family Resource Center ESOL

Know Your Rights

2015

Adult ESOL Class

Know Your Rights

2015

Adult ESOL Class

Know Your Rights

Publications

2016

The Daily Record (Maryland) The Purpose for My Practice

2016

The Daily Record (Maryland) Disappointed in the DAPA Decision Deadlock

2016

The Daily Record (Maryland) Immigration Experts in Diapers

2015

The Daily Record The Writing on the Wall

2015

2015

2014

University of Baltimore Law Forum Staff Editor

2013

University of Baltimore Law Forum Staff Editor

2012

University of Baltimore Law Forum Staff Editor

Languages

Spanish

English

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