Nicole Lynn Schmidt

Nicole Lynn Schmidt

3.9
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +5 more

20320 SW Birch St Fl 2, Newport Beach, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Location

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP

20320 SW Birch St Fl 2, Newport Beach, CA, 92660-1787

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Nicole Lynn Schmidt's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney Ever

Nicole is professional and smart and I am able to sleep at night knowing she's on my side fighting for me. Having to retain an attorney for family matters involving children is never enjoyable but if you need someone who will truly listen and guide you correctly it's Nicole. She saved my future wit...h my two kids and continues to make sure I have the best legal representation out there. I firmly believe she is one of the top lawyers out there. If you need one of the best give the firm a call and ask for Nicole. Ill continue to refer my family and friends her way.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional

I hired Nicole not too long ago to represent me in a scary divorce & custody battle. She was very knowledgeable & experienced. She was very honest with me. She let me know what was worth fighting for & what was a waste of time & money. I felt like she held my hand the entire time. Everything came out... great...better than I hoped. My child is happy & healthy. I just found out there was a website for reviews & wanted to thank her publicly for her patience.

Posted by anonymous | May 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unexperienced, rude, unavailable

Nicole was pawned off on me, for lack of better words, I went in thinking I was hiring Ms Whyte, and ended up with Miss Schmidt. She was rude through most of the process, and really did not listen, it was much easier for her to handle things in a cookie cutter fashion than to think outside the box.... My biggest mistake was not getting a new attorney after our first day in court when she negotiated, I had very little involvement wirh that and was told it was only a preliminary and that we could get it changed later. Come to find out that is actually a very difficult feat. She prefers only contact through email. Once your case is finished, she mmakes it clear that she is no longer your attorney, you can rehire her for $300 an hour to ask her about your specifics about what was agreed upon in your negotiation. There's no information given on preparation for the future and in what instances you are entitled to make negotiations. Now I am paying an even steeper price by financial loss through her settling instead of fighting the fight and by hiring a new attorney to review and inform me of all that was agreed upon.

Posted by Marty | June 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

EXCELLENT!! Very Impressive Highly Recommended

Ms. Schmidt represented me since day one over my very complicated divorce. She is the most professional attorney you will every find. Extremely knowledgeable. The law firm she works for (Bremer, Whyte, Brown & O'Meara) made a very brilliant choice bringing her into their group. Very compassionat...e and understanding. She always made me feel at ease. Never presented any false expectations or promises. She was very upfront and honest every time we communicated (something I really appreciated). Most importantly, she made every effort possible to save on my legal fees (something most attorneys would never do). I had all the faith in the world in Nicole and it paid off very well during my trial. Her knowledge, expertise, professionalism and experience really showed in court (just ask my wife's "seasoned" family law attorney and the judge). If you are in need of a impressive, brilliant, excellent family law attorney, Ms. Schmidt should be your first phone call. I've already recommended and referred her to a friend with a pending divorce.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

EXCELLENT Family Law Attorney!

Nicole provided me with amazing peace of mind in what was otherwise a terrifying and unknown situation (navigating the legalities of divorce). While I was not looking forward to this process I am thankful to have retained Nicole and her firm. She showed an amazing grasp of the law and was able to all...eviate and provide clarification on all of my concerns (which were a lot). Furthermore, the results she obtained on my behalf were better than I had hoped and expected. Nicole demonstrated competence, responsiveness and empathy throughout the entire legal process. I am thankful to have worked with Nicole and her team and will HIGHLY recommend them to anybody in need of legal advice!

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Sheila Stiles

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nicole is hard working, compassionate and driven to make a difference in her clients' lives. She is professional and trustworthy. If a family member ever needed legal advice in this area, she would be who I would send them to. I strongly endorse Nicole!"

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Nicole Nuzzo

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Nicole's attention to detail and practical approach to handling divorce matters makes her an asset to her clients. As a Certified Family Law Specialist, she is excellent at developing legal strategy and ensuring that her clients always keep the end goal in mind. If you are looking for an experienced attorney who will be honest, organized, and prepared in court, she is a great fit for you!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Top 10% In the USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2014

Marjorie Day Associate of the Year Award, Robert A. Banyard Inn of Court

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Senior Associate, Bremer & Whyte, Brown & O’Meara, LLP

2010 - 2013

Associate, McArdle & Vosskuhler, PC

Associations

2017 - Present

Constitutional Law Foundation

Member

2016 - Present

Robert A. Banyard Inn of Court

Board Member

2013 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

2010 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Education

2009

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Banyard Dinner Presentation

Marvin Actions - "But You Promised!"

Languages

Spanish

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