$ 425-425 per hour
Nicole O'Neal
About Nicole
Biography
Nicole O’Neal is a partner at Butler Moss O'Neal, P.L.C. She practices exclusively family law, representing clients in family law matters, including a significant number of complex and contested cases. Nicole is a New England native, but after enlisting in the United States Navy in 2008, she was stationed in Gulfport, Mississippi and transferred to Hampton Roads, Virginia. She completed two combat tours to Afghanistan, as well as an additional deployment to Japan focusing on humanitarian relief after the tsunami in 2011.
She became interested in family law when she was promoted to a non-commissioned officer and her junior troops began approaching her with their family problems such as divorce, child custody and visitation, and the division of marital property (including military retired pay) upon divorce. She familiarized herself with Virginia family law, as well as the federal laws governing military divorce cases. She found the material challenging yet rewarding—which led her to pursue a career as a family law seven years of active duty service, she attended the University of Richmond School of Law, where she received her Juris Doctor, graduating with the Family Law Certificate “with Distinction.”
Nicole’s practice is focused solely on domestic relations: she is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, and support cases. Nicole is known for her commitment to her clients, and is an aggressive and zealous advocate for their interests both inside and outside the courtroom. She represents clients in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford and surrounding areas.
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Licensed in Virginia for 6 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2019
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Location
Butler Moss O'Neal, PLC
1671 Emancipation Highway Suite 204, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
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Nicole O'Neal's Reviews
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Posted by Samantha | April 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
If you want to win, you need Nicole!
Nicole is an outstanding attorney who helped us gain full custody of my husband’s children! She goes above and beyond the call. She is well respected amongst all the other local attorneys and has great rapport with everyone in the court system. She knows the intricacies of the law inside and out, and...
Posted by Jay | December 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family
Incredibly professional, and thorough
Ms. O'Neal is a tremendous attorney. She handled the intricacies of my particular case with such a level of confidence and competence that allowed me to remain completely at ease throughout the process. She handled the issues of my case with a level of tenacity that made me grateful that I was the pa...
Posted by Jeffrey | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent experience
Nicole and her whole team were professional from the start. I was referred to the firm from a trusted advisor. I had a bad experience with a former attorney and to say they were professional, helpful, and excellent is an understatement. She resolved my case in 19 hours and I had been dealing with thi...
Posted by Karisnes | September 13, 2024 | Divorce & Separation
Demeans single struggling Moms
I would venture to say most of her reviews are by a marketing company. They all sound the same. This woman does not support single Moms. She is for men and goes out of her way to be very cruel to single Moms and sexually assaulted women. If you are a single Mom struggling and going through a divorce,...
Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
You will NOT be disappointed!
I was recommend to Nicole and her team from a co-worker and they took every measure possible to ensure that this was the easiest and smoothest process you could imagine. She went to war every time to make sure my divorce was fair and pleasing for me. I would recommend her to anyone looking to be re...
Nicole O'Neal's Lawyer Endorsements
"Nicole is a compassionate counsel while also being easy to work with and courteous to opposing counsel. Her “no nonsense” approach effectively streamlines the process clients on both sides go through."
"Nicole is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who will go the extra mile for her clients. I recommend her to any individual seeking guidance in their domestic relations matter."
"Nicole's aggressive, thorough and sees the client's objective to the end."
"Nicole is sharp, detail-oriented, and a zealous advocate for her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable of Virginia family law. For these reasons and more, I highly endorse Nicole for any type of family law matter that you may be facing."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an exceptionally strong advocate for each and every one of her clients."
"Nicole is a compassionate advocate for her clients. She is always prepared and ready to fight for them in court."
"Ms. O'Neal is a zealous advocate for her clients and I would highly recommend her for any type of family law matter."
"Ms. O'Neal is a fierce and zealous advocate for her clients. Whether in the courtroom or in negotiations, her knowledge of Virginia family law and procedure makes her invaluable to her clients. I strongly endorse Ms. O'Neal."
"I highly endorse Ms. O'Neal. She is a professional and knowledgeable family law attorney who is always eager to achieve the best results for her clients."
"Nicole is a zealous advocate for her clients. She has a great ability to empathize with her clients and advocate for their best interests. She receives my highest endorsement."
"I give Nicole my strongest possible endorsement. She is a confident and competent practitioner, and she fearlessly pursues her clients' best interests, whether that leads her to the courtroom or a favorable settlement outcome."
"Nicole is a tireless advocate for her clients. I give her my full endorsement."
"Nicole is a zealous advocate who works tirelessly for her clients."
"Ms. O'Neal is a confident and spirited advocate for her clients. She brings passion and dedication to her family law cases. I highly endorse Ms. O'Neal."
"I endorse Ms. O'Neal without reservation. She is a caring and compassionate advocate for her clients, and has proven herself as an extremely knowledgeable family law attorney. Knowing that each case is different, Ms. O'Neal thoughtfully approaches each and every case with both the client's circumstances and best interests in mind."
"Ms. O'Neal is a skilled and dedicated family law attorney. She is a tireless advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Ms. O'Neal to anyone needing a family law attorney in Northern Virginia."
"An outstanding family law attorney, Ms. O'Neal receives my highest possible endorsement."
"Nicole O'Neal is a skilled and dedicated family law and divorce attorney. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone facing a divorce or custody battle in Northern Virginia."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2021
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2021
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2020
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Virginia, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2015
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (Gold Star in Lieu), U.S. Navy
2015
Graduated Cum Laude, Old Dominion University
2013
Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army
2013
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (Gold Star in Lieu), U.S. Navy
2010
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, U.S. Navy
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Partner, Butler Moss O'Neal, P.L.C.
2020 - 2023
Associate Attorney, Butler Moss, P.L.C.
2018 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Livesay & Myers, P.C.
Associations
2019 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2019 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law SectionMember
2019 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth CircuitAdmitted to Practice
Sample of Legal Cases
Represented Husband in Spousal Support Case
Wife's Spousal Support Petition Dismissed, Wife Ordered to Pay Husband Attorney Fees
Represented Husband in Divorce Case
Wife's Divorce Complaint Dismissed
Represented Father in Custody Case
Joint Legal Custody, 50/50 Physical Custody Awarded to Father
Represented Former Wife Against Husband Who Violated Divorce Order
Former Husband Found in Contempt, Ordered to Pay Full Arrearages and Attorney's Fees
Education
2018
University of Richmond School of Law
J.D.
2015
Old Dominion University
B.S.
Publications
2020
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
7 Myths About Military Divorce in Virginia
2020
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
COVID-19, Co-Parenting and the Virtual Classroom
2019
Livesay & Myers, P.C. Blog
Why Same-Sex Married Couples Should Consider Stepparent Adoption
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I get custody of my son?
04 Nov 2021
Q&A
In VA with a minor child - what does a one-year separation means before filing for divorce?
19 Aug 2019
Q&A
Does my ex husband have to assist with supplies and clothes for back to school?
06 Aug 2019