Andrew Nickolaou is a founding partner at Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. He practices exclusively in divorce, marital and family law. Andrew also handles record expungements and sealings.
Andrew and his partner, Ophelia Bernal-Mora Nickolaou, joined forces in March 2016 to form the unique and boutique husband and wife family law team at Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. Together, Andrew and Ophelia take a practical and team-based approach to all of their cases and clients to deliver the highest quality experience and representation.
Andrew was born in Chicago, Illinois and relocated to Florida as a teenager where he has lived since. He graduated from the University of Florida, with honors, acquiring a Bachelor of Arts. He then proceeded to law school, where he earned his law degree from Barry University – Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, in Orlando, Florida, with high honors in the top 5% of his class.
During law school, Andrew focused on the art of courtroom trial advocacy as an active member of the Barry Law School Trial Team, a National Championship winning trial advocacy team. Besides participating as a member in multiple national competitions, Andrew also was the champion of the law school trial team intramural tournament. Andrew also received the book award, the honor of achieving the highest grade in the class, for Trial Advocacy.
In addition to his courtroom training, Andrew focused heavily on legal research and writing and was a respected member of the Barry University Law Review, where he served as a note and comment editor. In respect of Andrew’s legal research and writing skills, he served as a writing center leader in the law school, as well as a research assistant for professors on multiple occasions. Andrew also received the book award for Legal Research and Writing.
Mr. Nickolaou has had the experience of participating in various internships, including a judicial internship with the Honorable Anthony Johnson in the 9th Circuit Court, and serving as a law clerk for the United States Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Florida. Andrew formerly worked at Katz & Phillips, P.A. as a paralegal and Associate Attorney.
As a paralegal and attorney, Mr. Nickolaou has quickly developed the skills necessary to aggressively represent his clients in all aspects of his practice areas.
Practice Areas:
· Divorce, Marital & Family Law - including areas of divorce (contested and uncontested), paternity, custody, alimony, child support, modifications, relocations, high net worth divorces, etc.
· Domestic Violence Injunctions
Record Expungement and Sealing
· Family Law Appeals
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Andrew lives in the Orlando, Florida area with his beautiful wife and children. He is an active member in the community and serves as a Guardian ad Litem Attorney with the Orange County Legal Aid Society's Guardian ad Litem program.
We welcome you to contact our office regarding your family law related case to see how our unique husband and wife team dynamic can assist you. Thank you for considering Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. and the Orlando Family Team.
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Languages spoken
English, Greek
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2015 | 12/20/2020 |
Legal answers | 10 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
Family Law Distinguished Member | Lawyers of Distinction | 2019 |
Best Divorce Law Firm 2019 - Orange County | US Business News Legal Elite Awards | 2019 |
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" for Florida | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Superb Rating - Top Attorney | Avvo | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2018 |
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" for Florida | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Superb Rating | Avvo | 2018 |
Family Law Distinguished Member | Lawyers of Distinction | 2018 |
America's Top Lawyers | American Law Society | 2018 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Legal Elite Awards | U.S. Business News | 2018 |
Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2018 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
America's Top Lawyers | American Law Society | 2017 |
Lawyer of the Year | Finance Monthly | 2017 |
Ones to Watch in 2017 | Acquisition Int'l | 2017 |
Family Law Distinguished Member | Lawyers of Distinction | 2017 |
Superb Rating | Avvo | 2017 |
Lawyers of Distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2016 |
Best DWI Attorney | Best DWI Attorneys | 2016 |
Child Support Firm of the Year | Corporate America | 2016 |
Client's Choice - Divorce | Avvo | 2016 |
Excellent Rating | Avvo | 2016 |
2015 Orlando Best Businesses Award for Divorce & Family Law | Orlando Best Business | 2015 |
Excellent Rating | Avvo | 2015 |
Client's Choice - DUI | Avvo | 2015 |
Book Award - Motions and Depositions | Barry University School of Law | 2011 |
Book Award - Trial Advocacy | Barry University School of Law | 2010 |
Book Award - Adoption Law | Barry University School of Law | 2009 |
Book Award - Legal Research & Writing | Barry University School of Law | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founding Partner | Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A. | 2016 - Present |
Law Clerk | United States Attorney's Office | 2009 - 2009 |
Judicial Intern | Ninth Circuit Court, Orange County, Florida | 2009 - 2009 |
Associate Attorney/Paralegal/Law Clerk | Katz & Phillips, PA | 2009 - 2016 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The National Society of Collegiate Scholars | Member | 2017 - Present |
Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court | Associate | 2017 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 2015 - Present |
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division | Member | 2015 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Florida Bar, Family Law Section | Member | 2015 - Present |
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Legal Aid Society | Guardian Ad Litem | 2015 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section | Member | 2015 - 2017 |
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section | Member | 2015 - 2018 |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2015 - 2018 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Super Lawyers Magazine | Rising Stars for Family Law | 2019 |
Super Lawyers Magazine | Rising Stars for Family Law | 2018 |
Florida Law Weekly | Larkin v. Larkin, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D167a (5th DCA 2017) | 2017 |
Florida Law Weekly | Barsis v. Barsis, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D315b (5th DCA 2017) | 2017 |
Florida Law Weekly | State v. Jarod Llewellyn, 24 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 192b | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
University of Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2007 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Seven Deadly Sins of Family Law - Central Florida Inns of Court | Toast to the Inns - "Ambition" | 2018 |
Seven Deadly Sins of Family Law - Central Florida Inns of Court | Creative Remedies In Cases Of Dissipation Of Marital Assets | 2018 |
Meet & Greet and Q&A | Legal Questions? Need an Attorney? Open Forum with local Attorneys! | 2017 |
Attorney Q&A | Family Law Impact on the Kids | 2017 |
Social Media Strategies for Lawyers | Social Media and the Law | 2016 |
Ask An Attorney - Q&A | Divorce, Kids, and the Social Media Effect | 2016 |
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Gun and Self-Defense Laws for Gun Owners | Firearms and the Law | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Barsis v. Barsis, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D315b | Appeal Granted, Order Reversed |
Larkin v. Larkin, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D167a | AFFIRMED, in part; REVERSED, in part; REMANDED. |
State v. J.L., 24 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 192b | Motion to Suppress Granted, Case Dismissed by State |
State v. A.B. | Not Guilty Verdict after Trial |
State v. M.J. | Not Guilty Verdict after Trial |
State v. W.M. | Motion to Suppress Granted, Case Dismissed by State |
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State v. J.C. | Motion to Suppress all evidence granted, case dismissed by State |
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Jennifer Dane, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 8, 2020
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Melissa Montes de Oca, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nickolaou is an excellent divorce and family law attorney who excels in his field. The level of compassion and dedication he puts into his cases and towards his clients is unheard of and is well-taken by his clients. The results also show in his cases. This attorney is very highly recommended for any family law case.
Catherine Gleason, Family Attorney on Sep 22, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Andrew for many moons-as a fellow lawyer in the community I refer all central Florida family law cases to his firm. My referrals are always so happy I sent them.
Jordan Ostroff, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 3, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a great attorney who fights hard for his clients and strives to get them the best results possible!
Oscar Ramirez, Child custody Attorney on Jun 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Nickalaou is professional, bright and finds creative solutions to complex legal problems. I endorse this lawyer.
Christine Arendas, Family Attorney on Jun 15, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Whether you have a family or criminal matter, Andrew is knowledgeable, detail oriented and fair.
Amir Ladan, Family Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of knowing Andrew since he was a law student and have watched him develop into a very good lawyer. He understands takes good care of his clients. I routinely refer family law matters to his firm because I can trust that he'll treat each and every client with dignity and respect and that he'll do a good job representing them.
Faudia Bacchus, Family Attorney on Apr 1, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Mr. Nickolaou is a formidable opponent in the realm of family law. He comes to court prepared to fight without fail, no matter the circumstances. He always has his client's best interests at heart which undeniably leads to the best results for his clients. I would definitely endorse this attorney, he has been a pleasure to work with and learn from.
Teris Deitsch, Family Attorney on Sep 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Andrew both personally and professionally for several years. I have experienced first hand his intelligence, professionalism, and drive. Andrew is a multifaceted advocate whom I would recommend for any family law or criminal law issue.
I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Nickolaou in the past and he is a very knowledgeable, efficient and detail oriented individual. Mr. Nickolaou is very passionate about his profession, which is reflected in his dealings with his clients, co-workers and fellow members of the legal community.
Robert Hidock, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew Nickolaou is an extremely bright, up and coming criminal defense and DUI attorney. I have had the privilege of seeing Andrew's meticulous work ethic and skills since he was in law school and have maintained a relationship over many years watching him grow as he excelled through law school and now as a practicing attorney. I endorse this lawyer without any reservation. Mr. Nickolaou is experienced in multiple areas of law, including all areas of criminal defense, with a strong focus on DUI defense, divorce and family law, and record expungements and sealings. I have full confidence in recommending his services.
Matthew Gunter, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
The Florida Bar has a new and incredibly knowledgeable attorney in Andrew Nickolaou. I've worked with Mr. Nickolaou for a couple years prior to his admittance to the bar and found that he is well versed in criminal law and family law. He is a great asset to the Katz & Phillips team.
James Phillips, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 4, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nickolaou is an extremely bright and knowledgeable attorney. He has incredible work ethics and is dedicated to achieving the best outcome for his clients. He is well diverse in criminal law, DUI defense, appeals, and all aspects of family law.
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Nickolaou is dedicated, experienced, aggressive and diligent. He serves his clientele with great care and professionalism. He is always on top of what needs to be done and goes that extra mile that anyone would want their lawyer to do. He is a lawyer one can have confidence in.
Ophelia Bernal-Mora, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Attorney Andrew Nickolaou is one of the most diligent and aggressive attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. He has taken his years of experience as a paralegal and is now applying it to be an attorney in all criminal and DUI matters, and family law cases. I fully endorse this lawyer and recommend his services if you or a loved one are in need.
David Katz, Family Attorney on Mar 3, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I have known Andrew for over 5 years. He has worked under my supervision on family law, criminal law, and DUI cases. His work is always superior. I am very pleased to welcome him as a member of the law firm. His clients will defenitely be happy with the level and quality of legal knowledge he possesses and his willingness to go the extra mile and fight for his clients.
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