Nicole Schell Klapka

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Nicole Schell Klapka

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Family

900 East Hill Ave, Suite 445, Knoxville, TN

Virtual Consultation Available

About Nicole

Biography

Your Trusted Legal Advocate. Pioneering Excellence in Family Law Services

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Contested and Uncontested Divorce, Paternity, Child Support, Custody/Visitation/Parenting Plans, Dependency matters, Domestic Violence, Adoption

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 8 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Nicole Schell Klapka

900 East Hill Ave, Suite 445, Knoxville, TN, 37915

klapkalaw.com/

Online Presence

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Nicole Schell Klapka's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shelley | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Excellent lawyer

Excellent lawyer. Explains everything clearly. Makes sure everything is covered for your case and fights for her client.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I have NEVER met an attorney who demonstrates such unwavering integrity and commitment to justice.

I have worked with countless attorneys over the past few decades, but I have NEVER met an attorney who demonstrates such unwavering integrity and commitment to justice. For the last several years, Ms. Klapka has stood by my side through a long and tumultuous case, never once wavering in her loyalty, ...even when payment was woefully delayed. Her dedication was never about convenience or compensation...it was about doing what was right. Her work product speaks for itself: meticulous, strategic, and thorough. But what truly sets her apart is her pledge to her clients. When you hire her, you're not just hiring legal representation...you're hiring full-service counsel of the highest caliber. She advocates with passion, advises with honesty, and operates with a moral compass that is extremely rare in this profession. Her integrity and loyalty are unmatched, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Posted by Thomas | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Prompt and Directive

My situation was resolved with zero complications and unheard of, decisive action. Nicole was extremely efficient! Couldn’t have asked for more.

Posted by Jimmy | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic lawyer and awesome person

I came to Nicole during a very difficult time in my life. She was more than helpful she was very compassionate and understood what I was going through. My divorce took almost 2 years but she was there every step of the way and anytime I needed to talk to her she was always available. I would definite...ly recommend her because not only is she a great lawyer she's an awesome person!

Posted by Paula | December 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic

Extremely helpful. Made my divorce process easy. Went out of her way to help me get this done. Highly recommended.

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Nicole Schell Klapka's Lawyer Endorsements

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Margaret Held

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"After a nation wide search, we decided to hire Nicole, luring her away from the Tampa Bay area to work full time as a family law attorney with our firm. Nicole brings a no-nonsense, get-it-done, practical, yet creative and thoughtful approach to law, and great ideas for how to improve the client experience in court. She is already impressing!"

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Edward Holt

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nicole knows the law and is able to apply it to the benefit of her clients. She is serious about her responsibilities, but also maintains a unique sense of humor. I endorse her without reservation."

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Melanie Hogg

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nicole is professional and diligent in her approach to law and always has her client's best interest at heart. I endorse this lawyer."

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Melanie Hogg

Family lawyer

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Edward Holt

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner/Operator, Law Firm of Nicole S. Klapka, P.A.

2017 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Held Law Firm

2005 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Law Firm of Jeffrey P. Cario, P.A.

1993 - 2005

Assistant State Attorney, Florida State Attorney's Office - Fifth Judicial Circuit

Education

1992

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1989

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

French

Activity

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