Nikki Ramirez-Smith

Nikki Ramirez-Smith

also known as Nikki Rachelle Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nampa, ID
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family, Personal Injury

1603 12th Ave Rd., Nampa, ID

About Nikki

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Immigration 30%

13 years

30%
Family 25%

13 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Contingency

35%-45%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 13 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ramirez-Smith Law

1603 12th Ave Rd., Nampa, ID, 83686

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Nikki Ramirez-Smith's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Herminia Figueroa | June 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best attorney I know!

Nikki is one of the best Immigration, Family and Criminal Attorneys around. I hired her four years ago for a criminal case and she won the case after three other attorneys were unable to succeed.

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nikki is Awesome!!!

I hired Nikki in 2016 for her services in divorce/child custody and she has done an amazing job. She is very hard working and is very very thorough with every important detail of my case. She has been very caring about my concerns and worries throughout the process and she has covered areas of great ...importance that I had no idea I needed. It’s very comforting to know that my Nikki has my and my children’s best interests at heart. Nikki has and continues to go above and beyond the call of duty. I am so great full for her and I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. I 110% recommend Nikki to anyone who is going through a divorce/child custody.

Posted by Heidi Murillo-Diaz | July 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

**Spectacular**

I contacted (Nikki) for a consultation and I was VERY impressed by her level of enthusiasm. I have had contact with two previous attorney's and I (cannot) say that I was happy with their services [one of them being a former fam. law judge :(]. However, Nikki and her staff were very helpful, supporti...ve and easy to work with! From this point on......Nikki and her staff are my first choice and will continue to be the group that represents me for any legal needs that may arise! Keep up the good work, Nikki & Staff!!

Posted by Anna | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Client Relations

When we hired Nikki, we had no idea the 4 year battle we were about to face. I could not have asked for a better attorney to partner with us as we jumped hoops and encountered unexpected obstacles. Gratefully, though, Nikki was persistent and fought on our behalf every step of the way. She listened t...o our desires, defended our values and supported us in more ways than we even knew we were going to need. If you need someone to be your voice, than Nikki is your attorney.

Posted by Tami | May 12, 2014

Trustworthy Attorney

I hired Nikki to handle my brothers case, we went through 3 attorneys during his process, she was the last one to settle all of his criminal cases in 3 different county's and got him the deal every other attorney was unable to do. She answered all of our questions and went to visit my brother in jail... on a weekly basis. I recommend her highly.

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Nikki Ramirez-Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Talia Burnett

Immigration lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nikki Ramirez-Smith consistently goes above and beyond for her clients. She has many years of experience in several fields of law including immigration, family law, personal injury and criminal defense. She has built strong connection in the legal community and is one of the most reputable attorneys in Idaho. I highly endorse Nikki."

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Quentin Lackey

Immigration lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Nikki is a great lawyer who cares about her client's needs and desires. She is a vigorous advocate when representing her clients' legal needs."

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Responsible and respected member of the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Constitutional lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Lauren McConnell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nikki is relentless and aggressive in the defense of her clients. For Nikki, there are no small issues - she works hard on her cases for all her clients."

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L Atkinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked together with her in a law firm specializing in criminal defense. She is a hard worker, and fights hard for her clients."

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Jefferson Griffeath

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Other

"Nikki Smith is one of the hardest working lawyers I know. When I was checking out and heading home, Nikki would always be one of the very few still at her desk. I absolutely endorse her without reservation."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Smith is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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John Barrera

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer because she is a very smart and aggressive attorney that will exhaust all means to represent a client."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Cum Laude Cords, University of Idaho

2005

Woman of Opportunity Award, Soroptomist International

2005

Scholarship, Nampa Board of Realtors

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner, Ramirez-Smith Law

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Ramirez-Smith and Tvinnereim

2012 - 2016

Attorney, Barrera Legal Group

2009 - 2012

Attorney Intern, McKenzie Law Offices

2006 - 2012

Social Worker, Rocky Mountain Behavior Health

Associations

2019 - Present

ASISTA

Member

2015 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

2015 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2013 - Present

Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2013 - Present

Idaho Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Education

2012

University of Idaho College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Boise State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2020

Overcoming Obstacles in Immigration Court Fearless Lawyering

2020

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Fearless Lawyering

2014

Nampa Cultural Center Event

Immigration Relief

2012

Critical Legal Studies Conference

Childrens Rights During Parental Deportation

2005

Soroptomist International

Overcoming Obstacles to Reach your Goals

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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