About Nicole
Biography
I am designated by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a Certified Family Law Specialist. I am a the founding shareholder of Nuzzo Law, APC.
I assist individuals in their complex family law matters involving child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, domestic abuse, and characterization and distribution of assets and debts. I pride myself in acting as an aggressive advocate for my clients, promoting settlement and always ensuring that we are prepared to litigate a case if necessary.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
15 years | 150 cases
15 years | 150 cases
15 years | 150 cases
15 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Law Offices of Nicole Nuzzo
18301 Von Karman, Ave., Ste. 910, Irvine, CA, 92612
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Nicole Nuzzo's Reviews
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Posted by Glenn | August 20, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
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Nicole and the team at Paul Nelson & Associates have done a great job in guiding me through the minefield of Family/Divorce law. Nicole is incredibly dedicated, performs above and beyond the call of duty on a daily basis, and some how is right on top of the latest details of every mind-numbing facet...
Nicole Nuzzo's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Nicole was opposing counsel on a very complicated move away case. The custody evaluation was against her client but that did not stop Nicole from arguing very forcefully for her client and not backing down from a very difficult case. When it came to trial, Nicole put together a very compelling case and handled her witnesses and exhibits expertly. She put on one of the best custody cases I have seen in 20 years."
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"Nicole is a friend and colleague. She is passionate and dedicated to her clients. She understands problems and has solutions. A great advocate."
"Nicole is a fantastic family law attorney. She is extremely passionate about her work and provides her clients with individualized care and attention. Her abiltiy to tackle complex issues is evident in negotiations and hearings. I highly recommend Nicole to those in need of a divorce or family law attorney in the Orange County area."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Southern California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Southern California, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Appointment to Professionalism & Ethics Committee, Orange County Bar Association
2017
Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
2015
2015 Advanced Family Law Course - Certificate of Attendance, California Family Law Report
2015
Certifcate of Completion, National Institute for Trial Advocacy - Family Law
2011
Honor Roll, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
2010
Distinguished Honor Roll, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Associate Attorney, Bremer & Whyte, Brown & O’Meara, LLP
2014 - Present
Associate Attorney, Dishon & Block
2012 - Present
Associate Attorney, Paul J. Nelson & Associates
2017 - 2017
Adjunct Professor- Community Property, St. Francis School of Law
2011 - 2012
Legal Assistant, Law Office of Timothy Krantz
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, Schwartz Heidel Sullivan, LLP
2009 - 2009
Extern, San Diego County Superior Court- Family Law Facilitator
2007 - 2007
Session Assistant to Senator Serphin Maltese, New York State Senate
2005 - 2007
Legal Intern, Marrazzo & Dollard
Associations
2018 - Present
ProVisors- CSM GroupExecutive Committee
2017 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2016 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember of Professionalism & Ethics Committee
2016 - Present
ProvisorsMember
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeAttorney Member
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - 2015
Elite OCMember
2013 - 2014
Laura's House- Domestic Violence Legal ClinicVolunteer Attorney
2013 - 2014
State Bar of California, Executive Committee of the Family Law SectionOrange County Standing Committee Member
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor- Cum Laude
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Member Spotlight
2017
Ethics for Immigration Lawyers
2011
Effect of Felon Disenfranchisement Laws in the Electoral Process
Publications
2018
2017
2014
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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Family Law - notice in lieu of subpoena
01 Apr 2014
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