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Biography
Every divorce, custody, or family dispute is challenging and emotional for the individuals involved. Through compassion and communication, Nicole’s personalized approach seeks to reduce her clients’ stress, while assisting in formulating her clients’ priorities and achieving her clients’ goals through settlement or litigation.
Nicole’s extensive experience as a family law gives her a unique and significant perspective that she applies to her practice, and to her work as a mediator and court-appointed parenting coordinator. Nicole believes in settlement as a potential vehicle to accomplish her clients’ goals. However, when negotiation and compromise are not viable, Nicole zealously protects and advocates for her clients in Court.
Even before becoming an attorney, Nicole’s strong desire to serve families and protect children was evident. Nicole worked as a case specialist for Child Protective Services (CPS) which is now the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) and for Sojourner Center (a domestic violence shelter) as an advocate.
Following a position managing the legal department of a local non-profit organization, Nicole practiced family law as an associate attorney and later a partner at three boutique family law firms in Phoenix which handled complex divorce and custody cases. After working with Launi Jones-Sheldon for six years, Nicole and Launi continued their partnership and opened the law firm of Sheldon & Stoutner.
Nicole was honored to be appointed as a full-time judicial officer in the Maricopa County Superior Court in August of 2020 and served on the bench for a year before deciding to resume private practice. This experience, along with Nicole’s position as a divorce and paternity mediator for the Maricopa County Superior Court, provide her with valuable experience and insight about the workings of the court and judges’ decision-making processes.
Over the years, Nicole has received numerous awards and recognition related to her work as a family law attorney. She was invited to teach a course on family law as a an adjunct law professor at a local law school. On a regular basis, Nicole authors articles and presents Continuing Legal Education seminars through and for the Arizona State Bar, the Maricopa County Bar, the Arizona Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts and the Arizona Supreme Court Committee on the Impact of Domestic Violence. Topics include family law trial techniques and advocacy, current case law, mental health issues in the family court, autism and the family court, serving minority clients, orders of protection, multi-jurisdictional custody and support issues, and cultural competency.
Nicole is appointed to serve as a judge pro tem for the Maricopa County Superior Court and conducts Alternative Dispute Resolution Conferences, as well as private mediations. She is a trained Parenting Coordinator and appears on the Maricopa County Superior Court Mental Health Roster.
In her spare time, Nicole enjoys reading, skiing, travel, sporting events, and most importantly spending time with her family.
Nicole speaks both Spanish and Italian.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
25%
21 years
Child Custody
20%
21 years
Child Support
20%
21 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
21 years
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Licensed in Arizona for 19 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Sheldon & Stoutner
11111 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 245, Suite 245, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
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Posted by Jeff | June 23, 2010 | Family
Smart, Caring, Helpful, Passionate! Great Family Lawyer
Not only is Nicole sweet and caring, but she seemed to know everything that was needed for my case. It was a very ugly situation, and while frustration was a weekly even due to the ex. Nicole was very empathetic to my situation, and always on top of the case and kept everything moving in a positive...
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2008 | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful lawyer
I will remain anonymous, but I am so thankful to have worked with Nicole. Nicole represented me during my divorce in late 2007. She is very caring and it feels like she is not only my lawyer but an empathetic friend. When I called she listened, and always took the time to tell me what was going on an...
Nicole Dawn Marie Siqueiros's Lawyer Endorsements
"I respect Nicole as an attorney and also her commitment to the community."
"Although the contact/firm information on AVVO is not correct (you can find Nicole at Rader, Sheldon & Stoutner), I know Nicole personally and would highly recommend her for family law matters. Nicole is responsive, never waits until the last minute to get things done, is very organized, and gets good results. But I think what I most appreciate about Nicole is that she has a heart."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is an excellent attorney and knows how to represent her client's best interest. I have personally witnessed "the other side" (not me) leaving court after going up against her and they were not very happy!"
"Nicole is a very talented attorney. In a recent case where she represented the Wife and I the Husband, Nicole was reasonable and a very effective advocate for her client. I strongly endorse her."
"This lawyer is a very smart, assertive and multi-talented lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Nicole. She is well respected in the community for her knowledge, experience and integrity."
"I have consulted with Nicole on a few matters. She's sharp, compassionate and an energetic advocate for her clients. I'd recommend her to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Nicole is an outstanding attorney who zealously advocates for her clients and is committed to excellence in her craft."
"Nicole is extremely competent, responsive and aggressive. I always receive great feedback from referrals to Nicoole."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know her very well and she is a great lawyer. I refer all my clients to her who need a family law attorney. If I ever needed a lawyer I would without question call her first."
"Excellent lawyer."
"I've recently had the pleasure of working on a matter with Nicole. Nicole was extremely professional during the matter and handled herself with the utmost passion and intelligence clearly understanding the issues involved. I look forward to the opportunity of her involvement on future matters."
"Nicole is a conscientious, thorough attorney. She is very compassionate and fair minded. Persons with family law issues are well served by hiring her."
"Whenever I have a referral for a family law attorney, the first person that comes to mind is Nicole. She is an upper-tier attorney in her area of practice, and never hesitate to refer her cases. I also like that fact that she is a great communicator and lets me know when she has consulted with one of my referrals. I strongly endorse Nicole Siqueiros!!"
"I have been in practice for over nine years. I can tell you without reservation that Nicole is one of the most talented family law lawyers I know. I highly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Top 40 under 40 Honoree, Phoenix Business Journal
Work Experience
2008 - 2009
Managing Attorney of the Legal Department, Fresh Start Women's Foundation
2007 - 2007
Case Specialist, Department of Economic Security - Child Protective Services
2007 - 2009
Associate Attorney, A Small Phoenix Family Law Firm
2006 - 2007
Attorney Case Manager and Mediator, Maricopa Superior Court
2005 - 2006
Judicial Law Clerk, Maricopa Superior Court
2005 - 2005
Legal Advocate, Sojourner Center
Associations
2009 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law (Including Juvenile Law) SectionBoard of Directors
2009 - Present
State Bar of Arizona's Committee on Minorities and Women in the LawCommittee Appointed Member
2007 - Present
Arizona Women Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law (Including Juvenile Law) SectionPresident/Chair
2010 - 2011
Los Abogados Hispanic Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2009 - 2010
Tumbleweed Center for YouthBoard of Directors
2009 - 2010
State Bar of Arizona - Bar Leadership InstituteSelected Participant
2008 - 2008
American Bar Association Young Lawyer's Division Family Law SectionVice-Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Post-Decree Modification of Custody and Parenting Time
Father did not relocate with the children
Divorce Case in which Wife was awarded Spousal Maintenance and Full Custody
Wife was awarded alimony & full custody
Child Support Establishment
Father not ordered to pay child support arrears
Order of Protection in Domestic Violence Case
Ex-Girlfriend's Order of Protection was Upheld
Father given more parenting time with child
Father given more parenting time
Education
2005
Arizona State University - College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Arizona
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Minority Bar Convention
Serving Minority Clients in Family Law
2011
Family Law Trial Advocacy
Family Law Trial Advocacy
2011
Family Law 101 Series
How the Court Determines Spousal Maintenance and Child Support
2011
Arizona Supreme Court
Domestic Violence and Immigrants
2011
Arizona Paralegal Conference 2011
The Use of Paralegals in Family Law
2011
Arizona Paralegal Conference 2011
Use of Paralegals in Family Law
2010
Continuing Legal Education Speaking Engagement
Family Law Trial Advocacy
2010
Continuing Legal Education Speaking Engagement
Spousal Maintenance 101
2010
2010 Minority Bar Convention
Domestic Violence Among Undocumented Immigrants
2009
Continuing Legal Education Speaking Engagement
Representing Domestic Violence Victims
Publications
2011
Maricopa County Bar Newsletter
Ask An Associate...(Monthly Reoccuring Column)
2010
Maricopa County Bar Association Family Law Section
Orders of Protection: What You Didn't Know
2006
The School Psychologist
Schaeffer v. Weast, New Supreme Court Ruling
Languages
Spanish
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
How likely will an Order of Protection be overturned should the receiving party contest it?
03 May 2010
Q&A
How do i get a court ordered dna test?
01 Apr 2010