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Biography
Nicole Valera is a passionate and dedicated advocate for her clients. In her spare time she enjoys reading, travelling and cooking for friends and family.
Experienced and compassionate juvenile advocate on your side. Nicole helps you navigate a CPS/DCFS dependency case to help reunite you with your loved ones.
Personalized attention and aggressive trial strategy. Experienced criminal defense on your side.
Nicole helps you navigate a CPS/DCFS dependency case to help reunite you with your loved ones.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Juvenile Law
80%
Criminal Defense
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Nicole Quijano Valera
30111 Technology Drive Ste 160, Murrieta, CA, 92563
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Nicole Quijano Valera's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Tehya | February 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tough yet Kind and compassionate
Nicole a fantastic job at representing me She fought hard for our family in court, and we had the best outcome Not only was she kind and reassuring, but also affordable I could not have asked for any more in an attorney. I highly recommend Nicole Valera
Posted by SUSAN | January 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful attorney
We started out with an attorney for our case with CPS who overcharged us and then quit. I started making phone calls and was referred to Nicole. She listened to our case and agreed to take our case and represent us at the next court hearing. Our grandson had been removed from our care by CPS and wan...
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal defense
Nicole is best attorney i ever had. I was in very big trouble. Before her i hired 3 diffrent attorney and fired. After that i met her. I was in the county but my brother and my parents find Nicole and explain every thing about me. Her first word was we will win the case 100% After hiring her i was...
Posted by linda | October 22, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
kind hearted
She is so wonderful from just talking to her once she is not the type to just want to take your money knowing she would not be able to help you are not. I hope i get the chance to be able to hire her but its a sticky situation for me.
Posted by Sandra | December 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney ever
She is helping me get my kids back she is the best at what she does were still not fully done but from me seeing her once I know her plan is to help me get my kids back I recommend her
Nicole Quijano Valera's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work. As a superior court commissioner, Nicole appeared before me many times representing Juveniles charge with a panoply of offenses. From theft to murder. She is well versed in the law and makes a great appearance in Court. she is an effective advocate."
"Nicole is a brilliant and caring lawyer. She is extremely experienced in handling very serious cases. She goes the extra mile to come up with novel legal defenses and has an in-depth knowledge of the law. She really is a talented lawyer and well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is a first class defense lawyer. Her knowledge of the law is unparalled, and her smooth demeanor masks her tenacity and grit. Highly effective. -Anthony Munoz, Esq."
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"As a former public defender she has handled hundreds of DUI and criminal cases. Experience matters and client reviews reflect the results. READ THEM! Clients love her results. If you are in or near Los Angeles do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation."
"Ms. Valera's extensive experience in criminal law, including a vast amount of trial experience, makes her a highly sought after advocate. Anyone looking for an advocate in the courtroom should look no further. I would highly recommend Ms. Valera for any of my referrals out."
"Attorney Valera is an experienced and dedicated criminal defense attorney. She is well respected. Call her to fight for your rights. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is skilled and well-respected in the community."
"Nicole is absolutely one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Southern California. She understands how the system works. She cares deeply about her clients. She's always thoroughly prepared. And she consistently gets terrific results on her cases, whether it's through negotiations or jury trial. You simply cannot get a better advocate."
"Nicole is a fabulous criminal defense attorney. You'll have a hard time meeting another lawyer as dedicated to her clients. I met Nicole in a course which qualified us to administer DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. She excelled in the course and finished the exam with 100%. Why should you care? Because you can rest assured she knows more about DUI's than the police officer that arrested you and more than most other DUI lawyers. Once you've found Nicole, you can stop your search for an attorney--you've found her."
"I've had the pleasure of working with Nicole and have seen how intelligent, caring, honest, hard-working and dedicated she is. Nicole also has an outstanding reputation in the legal community and is well respected by judges, prosecutors and fellow defense attorneys. I would absolutely endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Nicole for many years and have observed her both battling in court as well as strategizing on her cases. She works very hard, is very knowledageable on the law and gets great results for her clients. If you are facing DUI or Criminal Charges I would highly recommend Nicole."
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"Nicole maintains the highest professional standards an work ethic. She truly cares about her clients."
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"Knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated, Ms. Valera is a fierce advocate for her clients. She is well respected in the legal community and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
"Ms. Valera is highly competent and very experienced in criminal defense matters, and I would not hesitate to recommend her services. I gladly endorse her work."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Qualfied to administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Founder, Law Office of Nicole Valera
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Shouse Law Group
2008 - 2011
Founder, Managing Attorney, The Law Offices of Nicole Valera
2005 - 2008
Attorney, Los Angeles County Public Defender
2004 - 2005
Senior Law Clerk, LA County Public Defender
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk, LA County Public Defender
Sample of Legal Cases
Residential Burglary Charge (Felony Strike)
Dismissed
DUI
Case Dismissed
Vehicular Manslaughter
Case Dismissed
Domestic Violence
Case Dismissed
Vandalism
Not Guilty Verdict
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Case dismissed
Possession of Methamphetamine
Case dismissed
Residential Burglary
Charge dismissed, client pled to a lesser charge for probation and jail time
Negligent Discharge of a Firearm
Client pled to a lesser charge for probation and no jail time. He can apply for an expungement and DA's will not oppose.
Reckless driving
Not Guilty
Child Molestation
Not guilty/petition dismissed
Robbery
Client pled to a lesser non-strike charge for probation and jail time
Domestic Violence - Child Abuse
Not Guilty Verdict
Education
2004
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Univ of California Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Counseling and teaching crime prevention to troubled youth
Shortstop Instructor
2010
University of California, Santa Barbara Filipino Graduation
Keynote Speaker
N/A
Narbonne High School
How to Become a Lawyer - It's Not Too Early to Start Trying
Publications
2010
Wordpress.com - Freshly Pressed Feature
The Press - Friend and Foe
2009
Asian Journal
You Have the Right to Remain Silent - What to do if the Police Want to Talk
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How does a certificate of rehabilitation work
03 Oct 2010
Q&A
Can a California school administer a breathalyzer to a minor with just here say instead of proof after the minor asks for parent
01 Oct 2010
Q&A
I was cited with a notice to appear in court for a shoplifting misdemeanor. Can I avoid a criminal record?
04 Oct 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How does bail work in California?
30 Sep 2010
Legal Guide
Help! My Child Has Been Arrested - A California Guide to Protecting Your Child
11 Sep 2010
Legal Guide
Picking the Right Criminal Defense Attorney
12 Oct 2009