Paula Pierce-Nichols

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Paula Pierce-Nichols

also known as Pierce-Nichols Law Firm, LLC

5.0
60 reviews
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Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Magnolia, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

6606 FM 1488 Road, Ste 148 PMB 633, Magnolia, TX

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About Paula

Biography

Caseload Counts. Nationally ranked top family law lawyer in 2017 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, strives to maintain a small caseload to provide families the best opportunity for relief in divorce, child custody, and modification cases. How can I help you?

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce

28 years

50%
Child Custody 25%

Child custody and modification matters.

28 years

25%
Child Support 25%

Child support and child support modification matters.

28 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2020 2018
...
+ 2

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 2 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2023

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 34 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 34 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1991

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Pierce-Nichols Law Firm, LLC

6606 FM 1488 Road, Ste 148 PMB 633, Magnolia, TX, 77354

piercenicholslaw.com/

Paula Pierce-Nichols's Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Happy Mommy

I hired Paula in May 2017 after dealing with my ex repeatedly telling me he was filing for custody of our daughter and dealing with someone who was stuck on making sure he DID not get along with me. Paula was my 5th consultation, afterwards I felt she truly understood my concern. Words can not explai...n how pleased I am to have had her during this case. She has truly been a Godsend, different issues came up during my case and she was always quick on her feet to address all issues and put my anxiety to rest. She is passionate about her clients and knows the facts in each of her clients cases as well as being extremely knowledgeable about the the law. She is honest in all aspects, even when the truth is hard to hear. In February 2018 my case finally finished I am extremely happy with the results. I would hire her again in a heartbeat! It has been a pleasure working with Paula. If problems regarding our custody agreement arise and I am forced to go back to court, I feel much better knowing I have someone in my corner who will work hard as though my situation is her own. My own personal weapon in law.. May God continue to bless you Paula because you have been a blessing to me.

Posted by Kathy | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Paula Pierce is AWESOME!!!

I contacted Paula Pierce to handle a child support modification case. I explained the challenging situation and asked if she could help. Without hesitation, she agreed and formulated a plan. Within a week, she not only had a plan, but had already contacted the opposing attorney and started request...ing discovery paper work that was needed for my case. She explained everything that was happening...step by step. She was available via phone, text and email at anytime. Her professional guidance, reassurance and knowledge of my case was refreshing. I knew that her goal was to assure that my children's best interested was a priority. In the end, we got EXACTLY what we requested and she refunded money back to me that was not used for my case. Her honesty, knowledge and dedication to my case was awesome. After the resolution of my case, she refunded money back to me that was not used. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone, WITHOUT A DOUBT!

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Attorney

Over 18 years Paula Pierce stood by our side throughout a child custody/child support case. She fought for primary custody for me in the beginning and won. Then later on fought for child support throughout the 18 years. The case took turns all over the place but Paula fought hard for us for the en...tire time. Never giving up, making late night calls, informing me of anything and everything that was happening. For example how the opposing attorney would react and prepaired me for anything that attorney would throw out there. (The good the bad the ugly) Emotions were flying on my behalf from being angry to scared, crying to laughter. Paula was there for us every step of the way putting my children and me first. I know she had other clients but it did not feel that way. Paula gave us her full attention and time when it was our turn. Paula even inspired my daughter to become an attorney to protect children and families the way Paula protected us during a difficult journey. Exceptional attorney and would definitely reccomend her!

Posted by Ruby | December 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Smart, strategic, compassionate

Paula is a sharp smart lawyer who knows very well how to handle her job professionally and she cares about her client. Her knowledge and experience kept me stable and successful. She took the time to explain the matters to me where i could make better judgments. She was accessible and got back to me ...quickly. Her tactics and strategies were successful and winning cards in a very complex custody case. She also allowed me to make payments that worked out for me. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Sara | November 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Paula

Ms. Pierce was awesome to me. She constantly stayed in touch with me and kept me calm during my stressful court dates. She is incredibly smart and knows what she's talking about. I felt 100% confident hiring her and wouldn't hesitate hiring her again.

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

2017 Top National Ten Attorney Award, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Top Lawyer, Who's Who Legal

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Pierce-Nichols Law Firm, LLC

1998 - 2018

Attorney, Paula S. Pierce, Attorney at Law

1998 - 2000

Contract Attorney-Litigation, Cullan & Cullan, LLC

1995 - 1998

Prosecuting Attorney and Civil Defense Attorney, KCMo Law Department

1994 - 1995

Public Defender, Kansas Public Defenders Office

1992 - 1994

Public Defender, Missouri Public Defender

1990 - 1992

Judicial Law Clerk, 16th Judicial Circuit Court Of Jackson County, Missouri Division 18

Associations

2025 - Present

Texas Bar College A Professional Society of Legal Scholars

Member

2023 - Present

Texas Bar

Admitted

2023 - Present

The Texas Bar Family Law Section

Member

2023 - Present

The Texas Family Law Foundation

Member

2023 - Present

Woodlands Bar Association

Member

2023 - Present

The Montgomery County Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Missouri Bar

Admitted

1991 - Present

Kansas Bar

Admitted

Education

1989

University of Kanas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO)

BA - Bachelor of Arts with Departmental Honors

Speaking Engagements

2022

Jackson County Bar Association Law 101 Session

Hot Topics In Divorce

2020

Jackson County Bar Association Law 101 Session

Overlooked Child Support Rules That Affect The Child Support Calculation

2017

Jackson County Bar Association Law 101 Session

New Family Law Child Support and Joint Custody Parenting Time Changes

2016

Jackson County Bar Association Law 101 Session

Overlooked Child Support Rules That Affect Child Support Owed Or Received

Publications

2025

Internet Child Custody

2025

Internet Child Support

Languages

English

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