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Nicholas David Boca
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Biography
About Nicholas Boca:
- Board-Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of Arizona
- Former Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Child Safety
- Best Lawyers in America since 2021
- 2020 recipient of the James Waite Mahoney Award for meritorious service to the Arizona Juvenile Law Section
- 2019-2020, Judge Pro Tempore
- 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona
- AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale Hubbell since 2017
- Super Lawyers Rising Star since 2019
- Extensive Trial Experience
- Interviewed and quoted by the Arizona Republic
- Interviewed by Inside Edition
- Quoted by CNN and The Washington Post
- Chair Elect: Arizona State Bar, Juvenile Law Section
- Chair of the Arizona State Bar Convention: Arizona State Bar, Juvenile Law Section
- Maricopa County Bar, Family Law Section: Past Chair
- Maricopa County Family Law Initiatives Committee Past Member
- Member of the Maricopa County Bar Association
- Member of the Arizona State Bar
- Member of the American Bar Association
Nicholas Boca is here to help you navigate this difficult time in your life. Nicholas confidently provides aggressive and effective representation as a result of his extensive courtroom experience. He thrives under the pressure of contentious family law cases, while lending a patient and empathetic ear to his clients, easing their worries during these difficult cases. Taking pride in reaching agreements, Nicholas’ courtroom experience informs his advice in reaching settlements. His knowledge of how issues are dealt with in a courtroom setting leads to successful negotiation and settlement of family cases.
A Phoenix, AZ native, Nicholas graduated from Arizona State University, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He went on to receive his law degree from the University of San Diego. During law school, Nicholas interned at Viacom—believing he wanted to practice entertainment law—writing and reviewing contracts for MTV, VH1, and Comedy Central. Through this experience, he learned that transactional law was not for him, and instead pursued a career as a trial attorney.
Nicholas began his legal career as an Assistant Attorney General with the Arizona Attorney General's Office, representing the Department of Child Safety. In this position, he appeared in several hundred juvenile court hearings, mediations, and trials.
Upon leaving the Attorney General's Office, Nicholas started as an attorney with DM Cantor, where he now is the Managing Family Law Attorney. With Cantor Law Group, Nicholas’ trial experience continues to build, handling extremely contentious custody matters, along with high-net worth, complex, and high-profile cases, including representing athletes and celebrities.
Nicholas’ practice includes, dissolution of marriage, legal separation, high net worth/complex divorces, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, child support, paternity, parenting time, legal decision-making (formerly "custody"), spousal maintenance, modifications and enforcement of existing orders, relocation, orders of protection, injunctions against harassment, grandparent rights, DCS cases, dependency, guardianship, termination of parental rights, and adoption. He represents people in all walks of life throughout Arizona and Nationwide.
Nicholas is involved in the Arizona legal community, conducting Continuing Legal Education Events for other Arizona family law attorneys, through the State Bar of Arizona and Maricopa County Bar Association. For example, chairing the Juvenile Law Section Arizona State Bar Convention for 2020, along with moderating Judge panels for the Arizona Family Law Bar.
Additionally, he is involved in his community having sitting on the Board of Director for six years for Skate After School a local non-profit origination partnering with schools to provide skateboard instruction to underserved youth.
Personally, Nicholas spends his free time with his Wife and two Children, and has been playing the drums and guitar in bands for over twenty years.
Cantor Law Group enjoys an excellent reputation throughout the legal community because of our aggressiveness, integrity, honesty, and professionalism. Many attorneys claim to be aggressive, yet they fail to follow through. Cantor Law Group truly is Beyond Aggressive!!!
Contact Nicholas today at the Cantor Law Group by calling to learn more about your case. You can also schedule a free, confidential consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
70%
Juvenile Law
30%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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2
Licenses
Licensed in Arizona for 12 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
DM Cantor Family Law Practice
(602) 254-8880
Fax
40 N. Central Avenue, Suite 2310, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Adoption
Posted by Laureen | February 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Professional and compassionate
Nik Boca represented me in a termination of parental rights case. A process that is scary, nerve wracking and complicated. Once I decided to go forward with my case I contacted Cantor Law Group. Right from the initial consultation with Nik I trusted him. He didn’t “sugarcoat” my chances. He didn’t m...
Posted by R. Auxier | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Outstanding Attorney
Nik Boca is an OUTSTANDING Attorney. He is extremely passionate about his clients. We hired him for representation for two seperate cases.Throughout our cases Nik has always let us know what’s going on, what our options are, and we have rolled with it because we trust his ability to get things done. ...
Posted by Matthew | July 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Definitely an Advocate for Your Best Interests
So we had a complicated situation where I wanted to adopt my "step-daughter" (I hate using those words) and I had previously utilized Cantor Law for some other matters. My wife and I scheduled an initial appointment, everything was good and retained services the next week. Having the paternal right...
Posted by Jackie | October 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Amazing
We went to see Nik about temenating my daughters fathers rights at cantor law. She is 9 he hasn’t talked to her in 9 years. So this wasn’t evil doing. He also is doing my daughters adoption so she can take on her fathers last name and for my family to have security. I’m so glad we went with him. He a...
Posted by Sara | May 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
More then what I could have asked for
I am hopeful that in leaving this review it will help anyone in the same situation I was find an answer! Hiring Nic Boca was the best decision I have ever made! I hired Mr. Boca to assist me in terminating the parent rights of my sons biological father whom hasn't been involved with my son for years....
Nicholas David Boca's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer for any family or juvenile law matters. Nik is a zealous advocate, respected professional, and skilled trial attorney. He has experience in all areas of family and juvenile law and is attentive, detail-oriented, and trustworthy."
"Nik is a zealous advocate for his clients and is an outstanding attorney! I highly endorse Nik."
"Nicholas is able to effectively strike that balance between being an excellent advocate for his clients while still maintaining a high degree of professionalism with parties, witnesses, and opposing counsel. I look forward to working with Nicholas in the future."
"Attorney Boca and I worked together on a complicated jurisdictional issue. I found Attorney Boca very easy to work with and very forward thinking. He is a strong advocate for his clients, very communicative and is wonderful to work with. I endorse Attorney Boca!"
"Nik is an excellent attorney who provides high quality, aggressive representation. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nik is a passionate trial attorney who effectively and diligently represents his clients. Nik treats every client with compassion and dignity during their emotional and stressful case."
"I know Nik Boca personally and by reputation. He is a smart, creative, and excellent attorney who achieves favorable outcomes for his clients. When I am asked for referrals to family law attorneys, Nik is at the top of my list."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nik is an extremely personable and compassionate trial attorney."
"It was a pleasure working with Nik Boca as opposing counsel on a matter. He is prompt, professional, and courteous and I would look forward to handling future cases with him."
"Nik is a strong advocate for his client while maintaining a positive and professional relationship with opposing counsel."
"I have worked alongside Mr. Boca for several years as opposing counsel and am now fortunate to call him a co-worker. Nik is intelligent, aggressive, responsive, and detail-oriented. He knows how to command a courtroom and how to effectively work with opposing counsel. You are in good hands with Nik!"
"I endorse Nicholas as a very knowledgeable and diligent advocate for clients. He has also been a valuable mentor for my growth as an attorney and knowledge of the practice of family law in Arizona."
"Mr. Boca is intelligent, compassionate and resolution-orientated. He is a fantastic attorney and I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to resolve a family law matter or juvenile law matter."
"I endorse Nik as a highly trained and dutiful professional that cares deeply about his clients and their results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nik is a very knowledgeable and experienced litigator. He passionately advocates for each of his clients to help them to achieve their goals quickly and effectively."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nik is a very skilled advocate, impressive litigator and a truly compassionate individual. I would refer cases to Nik without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I formerly worked for a sister firm of Mr. Boca's current firm and also worked closely with him on a couple of matters. He is an aggressive advocate for his client's interest and he works extremely hard for his clients."
"I worked across from Nik on a family law matter. He was always prompt in his responses, was very professional, and clearly knew what he was doing. It was also obvious that he cared about his client and about doing a good job. I'd feel confident referring a friend to Nik and knowing that he would do everything he could to promote their best interests and obtain the best outcome possible."
"I worked very briefly with Nik. Nik was and still is an amazing attorney and a great person. He works hard for his clients and is an exceptional attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
Arizona Business Leader, Arizona Business Magazine
2025
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Magazine
2024
Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Magazine
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Magazine
2023
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Magazine
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Family Law Mediation, Best Lawyers in America
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Family Law Mediation, Best Lawyers in America
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
James Waite Mahoney Award, State Bar of Arizona, Juvenile Law Section
2019
Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Arizona Business Magazine
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Avvo Rated Top Attorney, Avvo
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Client Champion Award Gold, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Client Champion Award Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner/Managing Family Law Attorney, Cantor Law Group
2019 - 2020
Judge Pro Tem, Maricopa County Judge Pro Tem
2014 - 2015
Assistant Attorney General, Arizona Attorney General's Office
Associations
2024 - Present
State Bar of Arizona Advancement and Improvement CommitteeExecutive Committee Member
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaJuvenile Law Section
2015 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaFamily Law Section
2013 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2013 - Present
U.S. District Court of ArizonaMember
2023 - 2024
State Bar of Arizona Family Law Practice and Procedure CommitteeExecutive Committee Member
2023 - 2024
Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
2017 - 2023
Juvnile Law SectionExecutive Council Member
2016 - 2019
State Bar of ArizonaCommunications Advisory Committee Member
2015 - 2022
Skate After SchoolBoard of Directors
2015 - 2021
J.J.'s FundBoard of Directors
2008 - 2011
Court Appointed Special AdvocateCourt Appointed Special Advocate
Sample of Legal Cases
Family placement affirmed
Family placement affirmed
Relocation Granted
Relocation Granted
Termination of Parental Rights Granted
Termination of Parental Rights Granted
Termination of Parental Rights Granted
Termination of Parental Rights Granted
Attorney Fee's Award
$11,087.55
Attorney's Fees Award
$18,500 awarded in attorney's fees
Education
2013
University of San Diego School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
What Family Court Judges Want You To Know
What Family Court Judges Want You To Know
2021
Juvenile Law Bench/Bar
Juvenile Law Bench/Bar
2021
Family Law Section
How to Navigate Third Party Issues in Family and Juvenile Court
2020
2020 Arizona State Bar Convention
DCS Registry Appeals Process
2019
State Bar of Arizona, Juvenile Law Section
Representing a parent in a dependency or severance proceeding that is being criminally investigated or has been criminally charged
2018
Juvenile Law Section
Visitation and Suspending Visitation in Dependency Cases
2018
ASU Law Speed Coaching Event
ASU Law Speed Coaching
2015
DCS Testimony Training
DCS Testimony Training
2012
Volunteer Recruitment
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Publications
2023
Family Law Section Newsletter, Maricopa County Bar Association
Cross Examination of Expert Witnesses in Family Court
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sign custody of my four children over to my mother in law even if they are wards of the court?
06 May 2017
Q&A
How can my Granddaughter get free lawyer?
24 Mar 2017