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Nicole Kristine Ricotta
About Nicole
Biography
I am an employment law attorney working in Santa Barbara, California. My job is to listen to individuals who have recently been terminated from their employment or who are experiencing a hostile and contentious work environment. I see these individuals during their worst moments, when they feel like they are utterly alone and lost. I enjoy being able to ease that individual's worry by taking on their case and zealously representing their interests. I look forward to the day that the matter is resolved so that my clients can move forward with their lives and put all that negative energy behind them.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-600 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Anticouni & Ricotta
201 N. Calle Cesar Chavez Suite 105, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
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Nicole Kristine Ricotta's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Valerie | September 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful, knowledgable and a fighter for justice
Nicole was amazing. She fought for me and she was so kind, understanding and knowledgeable. She took the time to get to know me and my case and her office also called on me to check in from time to time. They really cared about my well being and outcome. I would recommend her to anyone.
Posted by Sam | September 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best lawyer in Southern California
From the moment I walked in the office, I felt very comfortable. I felt that my case was important to them. The process and procedures were explained in a very helpful way. I walked away with the best results ever.
Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Results Oriented
Nicole and her team were professional and courteous throughout the entire process. She helped us navigate through a difficult situation while keeping our best interest in mind. Her team was sensitive and showed genuine concern. I would highly recommend Nicole and all of her staff.
Posted by Kaila | November 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney!
I am extremely grateful for hiring Nicole as my attorney. I was very nervous at first, but from the very beginning I felt like I could really trust her and I’m glad I did. She was very honest and communicative throughout the whole process and made a stressful situation for me much less stressful. I f...
Posted by Dawn | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Partner and Support
I had the privilege of working with Nicole on my case. From the beginning to the end, Nicole was available, kept me informed on what was going on, explained the processes, let me vent, supported and believed in my case, laughed with me when I needed it and was firm with me when I needed it. You can...
Nicole Kristine Ricotta's Lawyer Endorsements
"I do not hesitate to give Nicole my highest endorsement. I have both litigated against and worked together with her on numerous employment matters. Nicole not only has a superior understanding of employment law, she also goes above and beyond to advocate for her clients. She knows her clients well and advises them exactly of what to expect. Further, she is extremely skilled in the courtroom and it appears nothing phases her. This was evident when I worked as a co-counsel with her. I also do not hesitate to use Nicole as a resource on complex matters. You can’t ask for a better attorney to represent you or your business needs."
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Nicole on an employment matter, and found her to be is a tenacious and passionate advocate for her clients. Her knowledge and expertise in employment matters, including wrongful termination and wage and hour cases, make her a formidable force to be reckoned with. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"Nicole Ricotta is an exceptional employment & labor attorney to whom I have referred several clients. The feedback I have received from them after her representation has been positive."
"Nicole time and time again gets results for her clients. I have and continue to refer clients to her for complicated employment matters and the results have been nothing but excellent."
"Nicole is an excellent communicator, effective negotiator, skilled litigator and competent attorney who is dedicated to her clients and cordial with attorneys."
"I endorse Nicole for representation of plaintiffs in labor and employment matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicole is highly professional and always has her clients' best interests in mind."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Nicole worked in my office from November 2010 through March 2014. She was diligent, skilled, and effective in her representation of her clients, and I will continue to recommend her services."
"Nicole is a good lawyer and she truly cares about her clients. It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse this lawyer."
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"Nicole is an excellent plaintiff's side employment lawyer. She is knowledgeable, persistent, and always professional.. In the last case that I had against her, she obtained an excellent result for her client."
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"I have worked with Nicole for several years. She is always professional and collegial. She was an excellent paralegal while putting herself through law school, and is establishing herself as an accomplished attorney in employment law matters."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Anticouni & Associates
2011 - 2013
Attorney, Law Office of Robert Landheer
2007 - 2011
Paralegal, Anticouni & Associates
Associations
2015 - Present
William L. Gordon American Inn of CourtAssociate
2013 - Present
California Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Santa Barbara County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Confidential
Court approved Class Action Settlement - $1,985,000
Confidential
Court approved Class Action Settlement - $980,000
Confidential
Court approved Class Action Settlement - $600,000
Confidential
Individual Age Discrimination and Whistle-blower Retaliation Settlement $298,500
Confidential
Sexual Harassment settlement $225,000
Confidential
Individual Wage and Hour settlement $225,000
Confidential
Sexual Harassment settlement $175,000
Confidential
Age discrimination settlement $145,000
Education
2012
Santa Barbara COL
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Loyola Marymount Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it legal for a General Manager to change an employees time punches after the employee clocks in?
06 Jul 2017
Q&A
When I've been demoted, should I be offered an option for a severance package?
02 Jul 2017
Q&A
Can I sue my ex employer for sexual harassment?
20 Apr 2015