Nicole Valentine

Nicole Valentine

also known as Nicole Mullikin

4.9
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 20 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 20 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

170 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 136 reviews | Case Results

Posted by craig | May 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

AMAZING LAWYER AND PERSON

Nicole and her staff are amazing. From day one she was very attentive and very thorough in her explanation of what I needed to and how to get it done. Anytime I had a question, she was very responsive. She fought hard for me and got the best results for me. I would recommend her to anyone having trou...ble with the BRN

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Anonymous

I thought my license was lost . My life’s work ( over 25 years ) was toast. Everything i had worked for was gone because of a terrible mistake. I made a big mistake. In the heat of an unprecedented moment of stress, I drove really, really drunk, and crashed my car which caused a minor accident. I... had over a 2.0 BAL. Nicole Valentine helped me put together a packet that summarized my life’s work. Therefore, the acupuncture board will not press any charges, or discipline me. I believe this is because Nicole Valentine went above and beyond, out of her way to present my unique case to my licensing board. I will be forever grateful to her. I actually asked her if I could pay her more. When was the last time you asked an attorney for that privilege? She and her team will do what it takes to protect you. I can't recommend her enough.

Posted by Shawn | April 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amazing attorney that won my case

Nicole was amazing! I recently had an accusation against me with the Board of Nursing for my LVN license and Nicole was my attorney for the whole process. She was able to break down step by step on what to do and was able to help guide me the whole way. I ended up winning my case with no penalties/ac...tions against my nursing license! I highly recommend her!

Posted by Josh | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Responsive, empathetic, and transparent

Nicole helped me during one of the most devastating times of my life. She was responsive, empathetic, and transparent. These were all the qualities I was looking for most in legal representation. My outcome was VERY positive, and I don't think I would have been able to get my outcome if it wasn't for... the guidance of Nicole and the team. Thank you again!

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Nurses Dealing with BRN- call Nicole Valentine!

If your nursing license is in jeopardy and you are dealing with the BRN - call Nicole Valentine!She is simply “THE BEST” .Nicole handled my case with professionalism and achieved an outstanding result.She took time to listen to me, asked probing questions, and read hundred of pages of documents to u...nderstand my case before giving me her professional opinion. She was honest in her assessment, and was straight forward in what she could do for me. She showed that she cared not only about my case but about me as an individual, a rare quality when it comes to attorneys.As nurses ,we care and protect the ill and Nicole Valentine is there to protect us when we are falsely accused because of hospital politics.I highly recommend Nicole Valentine when dealing with BRN.Thank you Nicole Valentine for being my Guardian Angel…

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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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Jamie Silverstein

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John Thornton

DUI and DWI lawyer

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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