Nicole Valentine

Nicole Valentine

also known as Nicole Mullikin

4.9
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 19 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Licensing, Criminal Defense

2150 River Plaza Drive, Ste 250, Sacramento, CA

About Nicole

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice 70%

I represent physicians and hospitals in medical malpractice claims.

70%
Licensing 25%

I represent professional licensees with reporting convictions, Accusations, hearings, and petitions to reinstate.

14 years

25%
Criminal Defense 5%

I represent licensed professionals facing felony, and misdemeanor charges

20 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Low McKinley Baleria LLP

2150 River Plaza Drive, Ste 250, Sacramento, CA, 95833

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Nicole Valentine's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

169 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 40 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Phenomenal lawyer and legal counsel for DUI with collision

Nicole Valentine was incredible and an angel to me during one of the worst years of my life. I have been an RN for 18 years and was worried about losing my nursing license due to a high BAC DUI and collision. I felt terrible about what happened and Nicole counseled me through and represented me. She ...was essential in helping me with knowing what to do and working with the BRN. She was very honest throughout it all so I knew what to expect. It is a miracle that the BRN settled for a public reproval (instead of probation)..I am able to stay at the same hospital that I have been working at for so long and this did not change my working conditions at all. I have learned my lesson and made many changes in my life because of this incident but could not have done it without Nicole. She is simply the best!

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Wonderful attorney!

This firm is amazing! They were so quick to help me with my situation. I was in distress trying to get my case dismissed and they did that for me! Communication was excellent. Nicole Valentine, Jennifer and Marissa were all so helpful and resolved my case with ease. They were always there to answer m...y questions and comfort me during this tough time. Nicole was very professional and knew the right steps to take to handle my case. I am grateful that she helped me get my DUI expunged and now I can finally breathe. If you want help with your nursing or medical license, I HIGHLY recommend this firm. Thank you thank you thank you!!

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Medi-Cal reinstated after DUI expunged

My MediCal provider status reinstated and my DUI was expunged. My MediCal provider status reinstated and my DUI was expunged. My MediCal provider status reinstated and my DUI was expunged.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

RN

Just wow!!! Nicole Valentine is truly GOD sent! I was convicted of a DUI with .15 alcohol blood test. I was unable to get it pled down to wet and reckless due to living in a state that's strict on DUIs, but she assisted in writing a letter to the California Board of Nursing and I followed the things ...she recommended. After a few months, I received a citation from the board with no fee which means no discipline on my registered nursing license. I can finally breathe. Please hire her and just do what she asks !!!!!! I'm still in shock. Thank you so much, Nicole I've never met you but thank you for not judging me because of the mistake I made you deserve the world you will continue to be blessed and I hope you continue to be a blessing to others.

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing.

Attorney Nicole Valentine was very attentive, caring, and aggressive with fighting for my case. Would greatly recommend :) (RN with wet wreckless) and assisted in helping with letter for renewing my license to CA RN board.

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Nicole Valentine's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Doyle

Licensing lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Nicole. I have worked with her on opposing matters for the past several years and recently together as co-counsel. She is always well prepared, articulate and professional. Nicole is a true and zealous warrior for her clients."

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Jamie Silverstein

Licensing lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very bright, competent and she fights hard for her clients. She’s also a great communicator."

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John Thornton

Licensing lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred several nurses in trouble with the BRN (DUI, stealing medications, etc.) to Nicole - all of them have been happy with her representation and results. I've been impressed enough to refer other lawyers to her. She works well with other attorneys to achieve a result that is good both on the criminal front and the licensing front."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Associate Attorney, Low McKinley Baleria, LLP

2013 - 2025

Managing Attorney of Professional Licensing Division, Goyette and Associates

2006 - 2013

Assistant Public Defender, Ciummo & Associates

2003 - 2005

Law Clerk, Protection & Advocacy, Inc.

Associations

2016 - Present

National Council of Jewish Women

Member

2005 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2016 - 2018

National Council of Jewish Women

Board Member

Education

2005

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Central Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Northampton

Semester Abroad

Speaking Engagements

2023

Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses Annual Convention What to Do When a Nurse is Caught Diverting Controlled Substances

2022

ASMN Annual Convention

What to Do When a Nurse is Under Investigation

Languages

English

Activity

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