Nicholas Payvand Azemika

Nicholas Payvand Azemika

also known as Nick Azemika

4.6
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

924 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

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No misconduct found

Location

Azemika & Azemika, A Professional Law Corporation

924 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA, 93301

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Nicholas Payvand Azemika's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeremy | March 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly recommended

Nick Azemika has been my one and only family law attorney; but I can confidently say that without him, my divorce and custody battle would have been MUCH more stressful. I think many attorneys over promise and under deliver, while Nick gives a conservative assessment of the situation, then the ac...tual outcome ends up being better than projected. That was my experience with him anyway. Nick has been working in his field a long time and is very competitive. He simply hates losing. Tell him what your priorities are and let him do his work. He’ll listen to your ideas and will jump on anything good; but if he tells you something isn’t a good plan or good idea, it’s probably not. Trust that he knows what can work, what won’t work and what’s a waste of your time and money. Speaking of money, he bills fairly. You’ll know what his rates are for all his work right up front. You shouldn’t be surprised when you get your monthly bill. He doesn’t nickel and dime you and he doesn’t charge for fri

Posted by Kenny | February 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Can't Handle A

My experience with Nicholas Azemika was horrible. I personally met with him for my consultation and he shared stories of success in family law. I had a child custody matter that needed to be resolved. It was not complicated, but my child's mother was litigious. I felt a bit confident because op...posing counsel was not exclusively a family law attorney, he was a one-man law firm that did a little bit of everything in regards areas of specialty. During the court hearing, the opposing counsel (attorney) easily outmaneuver Nicolas' oral arguments in front of the judge. It was like Azemika is a family law attorney in general, but doesn't have the ability to handle above-average skilled attorneys that push back against them. They didn't even object when the other attorney made absurd claims. ***I literally ended up with significantly less custody as a result of Nicholas Azemika's failures. After burning through my money throughout the months, he would not take phone calls unless payments were made in full. I was a college student at the time and needed to make payments after a certain point, but they refused this option. After not being able to pay for an full retainer fee again (they wouldn't accept payments, he filed a motion with the court to drop me as a client. I absolutely regret using him to represent me. I eventually got a different attorney who immediately got me full custody (which is unusual for a man to get) and eventually a court order that allowed me to move out of the county with my child.

Nicholas Azemika

Replied last February 26, 2025

Mr. Kenny, Our office represented you in 2000, 25 years ago. We still remember your case. Our office obtained the custody of your child for you. After we obtained custody for you, your ex filed a motion for reconsideration or new trial. At that time, you owed us a substantial amount of money for work that we had already done on your behalf. You were not making payments on your account. Therefore, we asked you to pay your outstanding bill, if you wanted us to continue to represent you. You did not. Instead, you hired another attorney who prevailed on the motion for reconsideration, which is very easy to do. But, we are the ones who obtained the underlying custody order for you. Honestly, we can't believe that 25 years later, you are posting this dishonest review and completely lying about what we accomplished for you and why we refused to keep working for you, while you owed us thousands of dollars.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

Nick is amazing

I needed a consultation regarding family law/child custody. Nick responded right away and took his time to ask me questions about my concerns without being dismissive. During our consultation, he answered each question I had, and provided clarification. Super professional and respectful. He took his ...time when looking over my paperwork. There was no pressure to provide a retainer, he really seemed to have my best interest at heart. Personally supported me not just as my lawyer but as a friend. I was scared and not knowing the process and outcome, he always said it like it was. I would leave the office at ease every time. Nick was always on top of paperwork and responded to my emails promptly. I had the best team Nick , Kim, Bridget I would hire every time again and again if needed. Thank you so much !!

Posted by Matt | December 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Got what I wanted

Nick was very involved with case. This case was drug out by my ex for 4 years and Nick got me exactly was I originally asked for. Nick's in-depth knowledge of family law and his ability to navigate the complexities of my case were truly impressive. He demonstrated a keen understanding of the legal ...intricacies, ensuring that every aspect of my divorce was addressed with thoroughness and precision. His strategic approach and attention to detail played a pivotal role in achieving a positive outcome.

Posted by Joel | July 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr.

My divorce was a long time coming, and I had many misconceptions. The process was extremely uncomfortable, and I would encourage anyone to do ANYTHING they can to save their marriage before they consider divorce. That being said, if you reach a point like the one I did, and had no alternative, Azem...ika & Azemika is worth every penny. Nick explained everything in detail, and walked through the entire process with me. His expertise shielded me from rash and/or uneducated decisions. His presence kept me from having to engage the court, and now ex-wife, and proved the most valuable offering he could make. There comes a point when you are thinking about the money you are paying out, and you think you have a good handle on everything, but I can say that there were moments in the courthouse when the emotions were overwhelming, and I am so glad he was there. Bridgett is an incredibly sweet person and makes me feel welcome and comfortable every time I come into the office. She and Kim both walked me through all of the paperwork along the way and helped me do everything that I needed to get done. Whenever I call into their office, or if I am fortunate enough to be able to walk in, Bridgett treats me wonderfully and makes me feel like family. Thank you, Nick and family, for everything. I don't know how I would have gotten through this process without all of your help!

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Nicholas Payvand Azemika's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Nicholas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Richard Middlebrook

Family lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nick is an outstanding attorney and one hell of an advocate for his client. He never ceases to be honest about the status of a case and takes great pride in providing top level legal services. Don't pass up an opportunity to hire him. He is partnered with his identical twin brother, but they look nothing alike."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

State Bar of California

Directors

Kern County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

San Francisco State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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