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 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Posted by Kay Holts | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Attorney Nicole Valentine is awesome

Attorney Nicole Valentine handled one case for me which had a professional ad criminal component. Each case was dismissed. For the criminal I had to do 30 hours of community service but six charges were dismissed without any fines before pretrial. The board withdrew the case after Nicole's motion.... She is so detailed, easy to get in touch with and has support staff to follow up with you when she is in court or busy. I had a career changing experience but I am grateful I found an attorney who accepted my NSO insurance and handled my case. I did pay for my criminal case out of pocket but it was affordable. I hope to NEVER need an attorney again... if you are reading this review you likely need an attorney now, don't waste your money with the lawyers that frighten the heck out of you, stop looking, call Nicole she can produce. She is great listener and even better talker! She got all the lies straighten out within a few months.

Posted by Chris | June 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

A true guardian that has your back!

A false, anonymous allegation was submitted to the BRN against my license. I Received a letter from the BRN telling me I was under investigation & requested an interview to discuss said allegations. Knowing they were false I thought I'd just handle it on my own... so GLAD I DID NOT! The investigator..., no matter how nice & cordial, is NOT your friend! I almost got suckered into thinking it would be a simple process, (of course it would be easy... im innocent right?) even so much that the investigator was willing to drive 3 1/2 hours to meet me in my home town at a local restaurant & complete my portion of the investigation over a really good burger. (did you know the investigator has legal authority to do a random, observed urine drug test pretty much anywhere?) Yes... I almost got pee-tested with him staring over me in a public rest room! (true fact folks) Not that I wasnt willing, but really? Observed? In a public space?? Just on principal alone I think that is wrong but who am I right? I've been duped into innocently spilling my beans to an individual I dont know who has a badge and who's sole intention is to find the truth and/or dirt on me by any means necessary. I am so thankful I had Ms. Valentine beside me thru the interview & subsequent follow-up as the interview was brutal to say the least! Made me feel like I was being talked into admitting to something I did not do. Nicole helped me keep it together and kept the investigator on-track to deal with the allegation. After 9 long months and multiple emails & phone calls to calm my nerves I finally received the letter I was praying for... the closing of my file. Bottom line is this: If you receive ANYTHING from the BRN accusing you of anything at all, no matter how big or small or factual or false the issue is, call Ms. Valentine! She truly is a guardian angel and will protect you, your license, your reputation, and most importantly, your hard-earned career and source of income! I cannot thank this woman enough, and should the need arise you will be saying the same thing about her being by your side... Thanks for reading!

Posted by Harry | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Best lawyer to deal with BRN

I retained with Nicole for disclosure to BRN and she did a wonderful job guiding me through this process. There was no stone left unturned and my disclosure letter was refined and completed under her direction. Her guidance can save your License. Just cal Goyette associates and retain Nicole.

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Guardian for RNs

Nicole was great! I was referred her via Jennifer Coalson-Perez and RN Guardian to assist me in writing a disclosure letter to the CA BRN for my RN license. She was very knowledgeable in editing my letter to give me the best possible chance to sit for my boards and receive my license in CA. Nicole wa...s beyond fair in working with me as far as pricing was concerned and I have already recommended her services to several others.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Best Decision

I am a 27 year old RN with a DUI (0.16%) and a collision, first offense. After hiring a DUI lawyer who promised me he had nursing experience and then denied it later and left me high and dry with the BRN, I found Nicole through RN Guardian. I had called many others who claimed RN/DUI specialty who of...fered to talk to me for $10k. Not only were her prices totally reasonable, Nicole was knowledgeable, confident, and unbeatable in her success rate. She was available, clear, and supportive throughout the process and as promised, she got me the best possible outcome for my individual situation. It was a long wait for the BRN but they agreed to settle with a Public Reproval instead of 3-5 years of probation or even worse, revoking my license. If you are going through this process, you know that this is a game changer. I cannot thank or recommend Nicole enough. You will not regret hiring her!

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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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