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Paula Pierce-Nichols

also known as Pierce-Nichols Law Firm, LLC

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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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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
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Client's Choice 2016

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

(936) 286-4215

Mobile

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

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Paula Pierce-Nichols's Reviews

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5 stars 58 4 stars 1
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Practice Areas
Child Custody (23) Family (19) Divorce & Separation (13) Lawsuits & Disputes (13) Child Support (8) Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
What Clients Mention
Recommendation (30) Communication Style (25) Professionalism (25) Advocacy (24) Case Results (23) General Knowledge (21) Character & Conduct (18) Responsiveness (16) Practice Area Knowledge (14) Compassion (12) Cost of Services (12) Trustworthiness (11) Payment Plans (3) Punctuality (1)

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Posted by Michael Leggett | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Best Lawyer in KC!

Absolutely the most professional, detail oriented and talented lawyer I’ve had the pleasure of working with. It is never an easy task to go through a custody modification, but Paula’s showed me what a truly engaged and passionate lawyer looks like. She puts her heart and soul into her work and I wi...ll appreciate what she did for me forever. Whenever you call her you can reach her and when ever you need to talk to her she will make time for you. I’ve had other lawyers in the past and she has set the bar extremely high, if I ever have to go back to court for another lawyer to take her place. I would say the best thing I have done with my time so far this month is writing this well-deserved review. If you want the best lawyer in KC look no further, she is the right person to represent you.

Posted by Sadie | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Ms. Pierce IS THE BEST

I can't express enough how good my lawyer has been these last 10 months. I didn't know how I would get through this custody case, and GOD sent Paula Pierce to me through a friend. She listened and understood my needs and gave me direction when I didn't have the strength for it. Ms. Pierce is sma...rt, professional and a shark in the court room, which I learned today. She had my back and kept my now small family's needs first throughout this whole case. Thank you so much Ms. Pierce for being the best!! I have added her link if you want to contact her for your case, trust me you won't be disappointed.

Posted by Adrienne | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Look no further, She is the BEST!

Last year my ex-husband tried to gain sole custody of my 4 children. I had a lawyer who did not fight for me or my children she just kept telling me I needed to do whatever they asked for. She was the type of lawyer who sat back and did not work and kept asking for more money. When my lawyer was let ...go from the case, Paula Pierce joined my case at the over midway part. She started working on my case before she put it into the courts that she was my new lawyer. She had no time to waste. My court date was coming up very soon. She gave me the confidence and hope I needed to make it through this ordeal. She talked to me regarding my case often. She had me do different things that was not ordered by the court just to make my case stronger. I did everything she asked. Any questions I had she was always there to respond to me. She worked so hard on my case you would never have known she had other clients as well. She does her homework and knows exactly what she is getting into and what’s she is talking about. She finds a way to make the outcome the best for her client. She was such a blessing in me and my children’s life. She got me the best outcome she could and I am so grateful. That was one of the toughest times in my life and she made it much easier to go through. She is an EXCELLENT Lawyer and I would recommend her to everyone I know.

Posted by Conrad | January 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Paula Pierce

Paula is definitely a God send. She is an awesome person. She is more than just a divorce attorney. For me, she has been a friend, a counselor, an advisor and a spiritual guidance. She truly cares a lot about me and my situation. I know she has works very hard for me. She is honest and upfront... with everything. She puts my best interest first. And does everything she can to do what's best for me. She knows her job and does it very well. I thank God for Paula everyday and what she is doing for me. I am very thankful that I found her and would not want anyone else to handle my divorce. Thank you Paula.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

A Real Lawyer

I came to Paula, an emotional wreck after having a blow up with my ex and his gf at an event for my daughter. She was the 5th lawyer consultation and I knew she was a perfect fit! She listened to my situation and really got an understanding on what were the key issues. She is honest-she told me what ...were real expectations for a custody case she also told me things I needed to change instead of what I wanted hear. She understood our conflict and filed temporary orders on my behalf, which we won! She is truly amazing, she brought me hope and peace of mind, something I haven't felt in a while. I don't feel like I am just "another case" to her, she has a way of making you truly believe that everything will be okay. So far it is!! If in need of a honest lawyer who will give it to you raw, hire Paula. You will not be disappointed, I would refer her to anyone going through a child custody case, you will never feel alone.

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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

2025

2025

Internet Child Custody

2025

Internet Child Support

Languages

English

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