Francisco John Nicholas

Frank has served on the board of directors of our nonprofit social service organization for the past 6 years, the past two of which he was board chair. He has shown a strong commitment to our cause, as well as compassion and support for the families we serve. Frank's leadership of the board during a ...period of transition was exemplary. He has given generously of his time, talent and treasure, including providing informal guidance re. several sensitve and difficult personnel matters. He has worked hard to grow the board and turn it into a functional governing body. As a result, the board has worked well with management in meeting the challenges caused by the economic recession and California state budget crisis. In my role as CEO, I have greatly valued his personal support and partnership in moving the mission of our agency forward. Frank's integrity, personal values, and passion for fairness and equitable treatment for all are qualities that should be attractive to any potential client.

Frank has been my corporate counsel since 1990. My business is 2 distinct corporations with several hundred employees. He handles all general business matters and specializes in employment law. When any legal matter occurs beyond the scope of his expertise, he provides excellent referrals. He is hon...est, accessible, understandable, hard working and kind. He has my highest recommendation. Frank is also the lawyer for a trade association in my industry and he has an excellent reputation with this group of business owners.

It has been a joy and a relief to be able to hand over my commercial property management concerns to Frank so that I can focus more easily on my own area of expertise. Frank listens attentively, invites collaborative planning, and is able to take initiative on my behalf while keeping me informed behi...nd the scenes. He has clearly enhanced my quality of life.