$ 350-350 per hour
also known as Nicole Widdis
I attended law school on full scholarship at the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I graduated magna cum laude and have been licensed to practice law in Nevada since 2010. Since becoming an attorney, I have only worked in the area of family law. I have over six years of experience working in the Family Division of the Second Judicial District Court, including several years as a member of the Court’s forms committee.
My areas of experience in private practice include: divorce, custody, paternity, domestic violence, child support, relocation, guardianships (both adult and children), termination of parental rights, prenuptial agreements, and adoptions. I am also familiar with several practice areas which are less common, such as minor name changes, emancipation, registration of out-of-state orders, and minor marriages.
I am a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar. I have presented several times at the annual Nevada Family Law Conference.
I am a Reno native, and because Nevada has always been my home, serving the people of this community is an especially rewarding part of my work. I attended Reno High School and went on to graduate with high distinction from the University of Nevada Reno, with a dual major in Political Science and Women’s Studies. Prior to attending law school, I worked for years in local law firms, primarily firms specializing in family law.
My approach with my clients is to see the big picture and keep it real (even when doing so results in their spending less money on my fee). I don’t procrastinate, and I strive for work which is both excellent and efficient.
My practice of family law is informed by my own life experiences, just as much as it is informed by my studies and work history. My parents went through lengthy divorce litigation when I was young. Being involved in court proceedings and court-ordered family counseling were my first interactions with the legal system. As a result, I relate with the children and families in these cases on a deep, personal level. While I can’t promise specific outcomes, my goal for my clients is to make navigating the legal system much less scary and confusing, and approach each case with compassion, thoughtfulness, and honesty.
Family law brings the lawyer face to face with some of the hardest moments of people’s lives. However, this work touches the most precious parts of people’s lives. To that end, my hope is to approach each case with the right intent, and always strive for work in which I (and the client) can be proud.
I enjoy running, reading and cooking. My passions are fashion and music. My greatest joy is my child.
$ 350-350 per hour
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429 W. Plumb Ln., Reno, NV, 89509
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Posted by Scott | October 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best decision
Nicole is an exceptional lawyer & a consummate professional. She was a pivotal source of support and guidance for almost 2 years as she helped me navigate a divorce that continued to drag on after multiple attempts at mediation. As a fire fighter, my job responsibilities and schedule are unique, and ...
Posted by Malinda | June 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Nicole Widdis is a highly dedicated and excellent attorney!
Nicole Widdis is an excellent attorney and outstanding human being! It has been three years since my divorce. During that time my kids and I were put in numerous difficult and stressful situations. The kids were being put in the middle and my ex was constantly threatening to take me to court. Ms. Wid...
Posted by Sven | April 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
excellent lawyer for trying times
Divorce was one of the ugliest things I've ever gone through. Nicole was punctual, no-nonsense, professional, resolution minded and fair. She's fast talking and fast thinking so you don't waste any time, and she will also help you keep your emotions out of an extremely emotional time. I only regr...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Nicole Widdis - Very satisfied!
Nicole Widdis and her staff by far exceeded my expectations as my attorney. I was referred to Nicole after being recently separated and needing legal representation. I retained Nicole while I was unsure of this whole divorce process and what my rights were as a father to 3 children and owning a hou...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Devastated For Trusting In Her
I hired her to represent me in my divorce. She was confident that once she got to the court room she would get everything I wanted “and more.” She told me this for months. I sent her everything she asked for (and more) in a timely manner. In fact, she told me I was her “dream client.” Yet when we arr...
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Family lawyer
2022 - Present
Partner, Bittner & Widdis Law
2019 - 2021
Co-Owner, Widdis & White, PLLC
2015 - 2019
Law Clerk - Honorable Chuck Weller, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF NEVADA
2013 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Barber Law Group
2010 - 2013
Law Clerk - Honorable Chuck Weller, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF NEVADA
2011 - Present
Northern Nevada Women Lawyer's AssociationMember
2013 - 2015
Washoe County - Lawyer in the LibraryVolunteer Attorney
2012 - 2012
State Bar of Nevada Family Law Practice ManualAssistant Editor
2001 - 2011
United States Supreme Court Historical SocietyMember
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2018
2009
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2009