Nora Frances Hickman

Nora Frances Hickman

4.4
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Huntsville, AL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

401 Pratt Ave, NW, Huntsville, AL

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 13 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2013

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

NXTSTEP Family Law, PC

401 Pratt Ave, NW, Huntsville, AL, 35801

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Nora Frances Hickman's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

So caring and a fighter!

Have you ever met a person, tell them your story, and they just care and want to do everything they can to ensure you are not railroaded again? They want to do all they can for you and your child?? That is Nora. Nora knows the law, she knows the Judges, she knows the court system. Nora always expla...ins things to me and puts my mind at ease. From the date of my first filing for divorce and now the second modification, Nora has not only cared about what is best for me and my child, but has never been shy to say, "in the long run it would be more expensive to do xyz". What lawyer do you know that turns down an inflated bill! I know one, Nora. Nora doesn't waste my money, time, or energy into any of these processes. For the time we appeared in court, she was professional, smart, and quick. Do not let her kind approach to clients fool you! She will not let you get railroaded by anyone. She stands on the side of what is right, and honestly, I'm so glad to have her and will always use Nora for as long as she practices!

Posted by Wendy | August 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Darn good at what she does!

Nora was an excellent divorce attorney for me. She kept me posted on everything. She’s very good at getting back to you in a timely manner. She’s extremely intelligent and a very quick thinker on her feet! I would recommend Nora Hickman to anyone I know that is going through a contested divorce! Than...k you, Nora, for all of your legal advice and help during this difficult time.

Posted by Dave | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

no nonsense, took my case seriously

Nora (through the NXTSTEP practice in Huntsville, AL) did a fantastic job with my divorce-related case in the fall of 2019. She took a no-nonsense, serious approach to my defense. She did excellent research and preparation work. Her communication was very responsive and timely. I've encountered m...any lawyers in this field around Huntsville, and there are *many* duds, so I recommend you do careful research up front. I strongly encourage you to consider hiring Nora, as I will certainly do myself in the future if I ever need her services again.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Full of Mistakes

My paperwork was repeatedly riddled with mistakes every time, despite my already submitting corrections to her initial incorrect work. It was as if the corrections supplied had not been seen or were disregarded. Nora flipped and went back on her advice at every turn and I never felt secure with my re...presentation and had a constant uneasiness throughout the entire process. On top of this, the papers were always delinquent even after several requests for them even by my former spouse's attorney and it was almost impossible to reach Ms. Hickman. My divorce was largely delayed do to her delinquencies and discrepancies, thus creating further issues with my former spouse. Ms. Hickman's services were far below mediocre, at best, and due to her lack of professionalism and work ethic, the outcome of my divorce proceedings were very unfortunate. I do not recommend any involvement with Ms. Hickman in regard to representation for any situation.

Nora Hickman

Replied last August 22, 2019

I appreciate your feedback; however, your issues do not sound familiar. I am always happy to discuss any concerns my clients have regarding how their matter is proceeding and to address those concerns in a prompt manner. I strive very hard to provide the utmost client care and satisfaction in every case. Please do not hesitate to contact me directly to discuss this issue further.

Posted by Jessica | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Caring and professional

Nora did a fantastic job when we hired her for our custody case. She did exactly what she said she would do, followed up with us regularly, and in the end the outcome what exactly what we needed. She is empathetic and kind, but bold and aggressive when necessary. Our family is very grateful to her!

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Angela Daniel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nora is the consummate professional and is a dogged opponent. I've had several cases with her and she's always on the ball."

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Sara Doty

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nora is a professional, ethical, and top-notch lawyer. She is well respected in the legal community and I enjoy working with her."

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Coby Boswell

Family lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nora is an intelligent, dedicated and determined attorney who fights for her clients and works hard to achieve results for them."

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Kristina Sexton

Child custody lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2016 - 2017

Attorney, Frieder Hickman Law Center, LLC

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, New Beginnings Family Law, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Nora F. Hickman, Attorney at Law

Education

2012

Birmingham School of Law (AL)

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Alabama

MA - Masters

2002

University of Montevallo

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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