Paula Pierce-Nichols

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Paula Pierce-Nichols

also known as Pierce-Nichols Law Firm, LLC

5.0
58 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 33 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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Posted by Joanna | February 07, 2024 | Family

EXCELLENCE, from beginning to end!

Paula is a rare gem of an attorney. If you are so fortunate to be her client, count yourself blessed. Paula has an immense depth of legal knowledge and prowess, combined with the rare gift of emotional intelligence. I not only felt protected by her guidance and counsel, but I also felt heard- which i...s so important in a family law case. Paula will go above and beyond in her representation; and she will pour her heart into fiercely defending her client. She actually loves trying cases, and has a lot of experience in trial, another rarity. I truly can’t say enough good about Paula. Thank God for lawyers like her. May Paula continue to fight the good fight!

Posted by Eugenia | May 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The right person in Your Corner

I have had a few consultants with Paula over the years; however, selecting Paula for my child custody modification has proven to be the most astute choice I have ever made. Paula was a highly attentive and supportive figure throughout the entire process. She was always well-prepared and exuded confi...dence in the courtroom. Despite the ups and downs of my case, Paula consistently offered valuable advice and counsel. Her extensive knowledge of the legal system allowed me to navigate the intricacies with ease. I recommend Paula to anyone seeking direct and honest feedback. I cannot imagine going through this process without her by my side. In short, Paula Pierce-Nicols is genuinely exceptional. Hire her!

Posted by Kristen | September 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child Support

Paula is extremely thorough when it comes to matters of child support. I was informed about what the process looks entails and felt prepared for every scenario. I would highly recommend Paula's services to anyone that is in need.

Posted by Brittany | May 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best lawyer around, no questions asked

After i was getting the run around on my current family law case, I reached out to Paula. Without a doubt that was the best decision she could’ve made with the circumstances and obstacles of the case. She started from day 1 and is still going strong on working day in and day out on my case. She knows... the law and she will tell you from the get go what her opinion is but always is quick to remind you that you are in control and she will fight for what you want. She is very knowledgeable about the care and what entails in raising special needs children and will fight for the children on every level possible to her best ability. Hands down one of the most personable but professional Attorneys around. Nothing but positives all around.

Posted by Sheri Agee | December 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

AMAZING!!

Im huge on reviews and especially for such important matters as this and im so glad i listened to what others also had to say. I hired Mrs. Paula for a difficult custody case. She was very professional, compassionate and always went above and beyond for the benefit of my daughter. She saw around corn...ers that I would've been unprepared for if it wasn't for her amazing knowledge to help guide me in this emotionally draining process. My favorite thing about Paula's services was that she was always there...when I needed advice, vent, for understanding- she was very blunt and straightforward with the process and exactly what to expect. I felt as though I wasn't just a number and that she really cared about my daughter and had a true passion for what she does. If I ever need family law services in the future they're will be no doubt who I'll be using.

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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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