$ 350-350 per hour
Ophelia Genarina Bernal-Mora
also known as Ophelia Nickolaou
About Ophelia
Biography
I am a Board Certified attorney in Marital and Family Law. I am one of only 275 Board Certified Marital and Family law attorneys in the State of Florida and 1 of only 16 in Orange County, Florida.
I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida and Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Nova Southeastern University. Throughout and after law school, my experience has been in all aspects of family law. After finishing law school in 2004, I joined the 5th Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office. During my time at the State Attorney's Office, I handled numerous misdemeanor and felony cases, and conducted numerous bench and jury trials. This was greatly beneficial in learning my trial litigation craft and gaining the experience to advocate zealously for my family law clients through all aspects of litigation.
In 2006, I went into private practice with a law firm, where I focused on family law and criminal defense. As a private practice family law attorney, I have handled divorces, both contested and uncontested, paternity cases, child support, modifications, domestic violence injunctions, custody cases, alimony, and high-net worth/complex asset distribution cases.
In March 2011, I opened the Law Office of Ophelia Bernal-Mora, P.A. where I focus my practice exclusively on Divorce/Family/Marital Law. I have substantial evidentiary trial experience in both Criminal and Family Law cases and have effectively represented well over a thousand clients in my career.
In March 2016, the Law Office of Ophelia Bernal-Mora became Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou after partnering with Attorney Andrew Nickolaou. Mr. Nickolaou is an attorney with extensive experience in all areas of family law and my husband. Together, we have formed a unique and boutique husband and wife family law team to cater to all of our clients in Central Florida.
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.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Alimony
20%
21 years
Child Custody
20%
21 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
21 years
Family
20%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A.
1101 N. Lake Destiny Road, Suite 275, Maitland, FL, 32751
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Ophelia Genarina Bernal-Mora's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 45 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Amanda | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional, Caring, and SUPER Smart Family Attorney!
This was my second experience with a family law attorney for my custody case. I was represented my Ophelia Bernal-Mora. Unlike the first time I had an attorney, I walked away from the case feeling like I was represented by someone who clearly was representing my interests, knew what she was doing, an...
Posted by anonymous | September 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable and responsive
I worked with Ophelia for my divorce. She did exactly as I asked and had great insights and advice when I requested. So responsive that I felt like I was her only client! I recently needed her again for advice 5 years later and she picked right up where we left off with same great service and respon...
Posted by Julio | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Family Law Attorney
There are not enough words to describe the work Andrew did for me! I WILL ETERNALLY BE GRATEFUL for the precise and over the top work him and his team performed. Andrew was the third (3rd) lawyer in my case, which was extended for years due to incompetent lawyers on both ends (my ex-wife and mine). ...
Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A client for life
After hiring another attorney, wasting a year, and spending $6000, I got nowhere in my custody battle. Thanks to the referral of a friend I hired Andrew/Ophelia Bernal-Mora. She attended the trial with her husband. They are a dynamic team. The opposing party was trying to get out of paying the proper...
Posted by Brittany | August 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
TOP-NOTCH FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY'S
Ophelia Bernal-Mora is an upstanding family law attorney. I have nothing but great things to say about her and the way she handled my case during trial. If you are looking for an attorney who is going to fight for you and the best interest of your family this is who you want on your side. Thank you O...
Ophelia Genarina Bernal-Mora's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely ethical and conscientious. I would recommend Attorney Bernal-Mora to my own family and friends. She works very hard for her clients and is very personable."
"Ophelia is a very knowledgeable and intelligent attorney who is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients. She is well respected in the legal community and upholds high ethical standards in her profession."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bernal-Mora is the highest example of excellence and professionalism in the family law field. Her experience and tenacity has placed her among the go-to family law attorney's in central Florida. She is certainly highly recommended for any matter that you face whether it be divorce, custody, support, etc."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bernal-Mora is a superb family law practitioner. She brings years of experience to every case and is an excellent litigator, negotiator and counselor for her clients. She is also one of the most professional lawyers I have ever encountered and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone that needs assistance with a family law related case, as you will not be disappointed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bernal-Mora is a superb divorce and family law attorney in the Central Florida area and a relentless advocate for her clients. I have no reservations referring or recommending clients to go straight to her when in need of the services of a family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"This lawyer is very professional at all times. I endorse this lawyer."
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats
Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ophelia is an excellent attorney. She is intelligent, knowledgeable and well-spoken. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a family law matter."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"A delight to work with. Outstanding professional lawyer. I refer all my former family law clients in Central Florida to Orhelia. A delight to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ophelia has been opposing counsel on several matters. She is always very knowledgeable, professional, easy to work with and a great attorney."
"I endorse Ms. Bernal-Mora as an attorney. Her Avvo responses are concise yet informative and shows a depth of her understanding of the law. Her reputation proceeds her into the legal community!"
"I endorse this lawyer. She is one smart and tough cookie. I have litigated against Attorney Bernal-Mora and I can honestly say she is always well prepared and a zealous advocate for her client. I would not hesitate recommending her for a client in the Orlando area. I think very highly of her and her capabilities in the courtroom."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Orlando's Top Women of Law 2021, Orlando Style Magazine
2020
2020 Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2020
Orlando's Top Women in Law 2020, Orlando Style Magazine
2020
2020 Orlando's Attorneys of the Year, Orlando Style Magazine
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
2020 Top Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2019
Board Certified - Family Law, Florida Bar
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
15 Year Anniversary - Proudly Serving Community Since 2004, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" for Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2019
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2018
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2018
Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" for Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Ones to Watch in 2017, Acquisition Int'l
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Family Law Distinguished Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2017
Family Law "10 Best Female Attorney", American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2016
Legal Elite, Corporate America
2016
2016 Awesome Attorneys, Orlando Family Magazine
2016
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2016
Client's Choice - Divorce, Avvo
2016
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2016
Top Lawyer, American Law Society
2016
Child Support Firm of the Year, Corporate America
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
2015 Orlando Best Businesses Award for Divorce & Family Law, Orlando Best Business
2015
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2015
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice - Divorce, Avvo
2015
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Women Who Mean Business - Nominee, Orlando Business Journal
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Lawyers - Family Law, The National Advocates
2014
10 Best Attorney - State of Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Client's Choice - Divorce, Avvo
2014
Superb Rating - Top Divorce Attorney, Avvo
2014
2014 Orlando Best Businesses Award for Divorce & Family Law, Orlando Best Businesses
2013
Client's Choice - Family Law, Avvo
2013
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Superb Rating, Avvo
2013
40 Under 40, Orlando Business Journal
2013
Women Who Mean Business - Women to Watch Nominee, Orlando Business Journal
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Superb Rating, Avvo
2012
Top Attorneys - Florida's Outstanding Young Lawyers, American Registry
2012
Florida's Top Lawyers Chosen By Peers, South Florida Legal Guide
2012
Top Contributor, Avvo
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Founding Partner, Bernal-Mora & Nickolaou, P.A.
2011 - 2016
Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Ophelia Bernal-Mora, P.A.
2010 - 2011
Associate, Pamela J. Helton, P.A.
2006 - 2010
Associate, Law Office of Stephen K. Miller, P.A.
2004 - 2006
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney, 5th Judicial Circuit
Associations
2013 - Present
Hispanic Bar Association of Central FloridaMember
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Legal Aid SocietyGuardian Ad Litem
2010 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Florida BarMember
2014 - 2015
Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Children's Issues CommitteeMember
2014 - 2015
Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Equitable Distribution CommitteeMember
2011 - 2018
Central Florida Family Law American Inn of CourtMember
2011 - 2012
Florida Association for Women LawyersMember
2011 - 2015
Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2010 - 2016
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2018
U.S. District Court, Middle District of FloridaMember
2004 - 2015
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Standish v. Standish, 40 So. 3d 919 (5th DCA 2010)
Affirmed on Appeal
Education
2004
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Becoming Board Certified Master Class
Becoming Board Certified in Marital & Family Law
2021
When It All Goes Wrong! P.E.A.C.E.
Alimony and Supportive Relationships
2013
Inns of Court Meeting
"A Toast to the Clerks"
2007
School Resource Officer Basic Course
Training on Juvenile Law
Publications
2021
Super Lawyers Magazine
Super Lawyer in Family Law
2020
Super Lawyers Magazine
Super Lawyer in Family Law
2020
Orlando Style Magazine
Ophelia Bernal-Mora, Esq., B.C.S. - Board Certified in Marital and Family Law
2019
Super Lawyers Magazine
Super Lawyer in Family Law
2018
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2017
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2016
Orlando Family Magazine
2016 Awesome Attorneys
2016
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2015
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2014
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2014
Orlando Business Journal
Women Who Mean Business - Nominee
2013
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2013
Florida Trend Magazine
Florida Legal Elite
2013
Orlando Business Journal
40 Under 40
2013
Orlando Business Journal
Women Who Mean Business - Women to Watch in Central Florida Nominees
2012
Super Lawyers Magazine
Rising Stars for Family Law
2011
LawFirms.com
Penalties for Simple Assault in Florida
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
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