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 156 - 160 of 169 reviews

Posted by Jerome | May 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent.

Nicole Valentine is a lawyer who understands the ins and outs of Employment Law and all of the Politics that go on behind the scenes. Nicole Valentine is a diligent, veracious, fighter, for your interests in court, and will not back down no matter what the odds are. Nicole Valentine is the lawyer yo...u need when you have to win.

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Saved my career!

By the time I hired Nicole, I was depressed and overwhelmed with the previous ineptitude and incompetence of 3 other lawyers I had hired and fired and 7 consultations, not to mention the $10K+ I had already spent. The accusation against my RN license was for endangering public safety 4 years prior in... an auto accident. I had fallen asleep driving home after multiple night shifts. I also was taking prescription medication at the time which was considered reckless. The BRN was threatening to revoke my license and my previous lawyer had negotiated for probation and a hearing with the BRN where the ruling could go any which way. I fired him!! Thank God I did. Nicole listened to my concerns and suggestions for my defense and she agreed to and/or had the similar/better suggestions for my defense. Although she could not promise I would get a reproval, we took the steps necessary to make the best possible case to show the BRN that I should get one. Nicole was kind, patient, and respectful. Things you would expect someone working for you would be (not the case with the other lawyers). So if your gut is saying, I don't think my lawyer cares about me or has my best interest at heart--RUN! And hire Nicole! In the end, I got the best possible outcome. I kept my license, no probation just the reproval. Best of all, I have peace of mind and can continue to care for my patients without restrictions and the stigma attached to BRN punishments. The fine and lawyers fees are costly, but if you are able to read this review and hire Nicole first, you will save yourself so much money.

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

So grateful!

Almost two years ago I got a DUI and I was absolutely devastated. The BRN filed an accusation against my nursing license so I reached out to RN Guardian and they referred me to Nicole. The whole situation was absolutely terrifying and stressful. Nicole took the time to listen to my situation and was ...there to help me along the way. Nicole put together a a settlement and I just heard back from the BRN and received a Public Reproval! I feel I can finally put this unfortunate chapter behind me and continue on in a career I love. Thank you Nicole!

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Thank you, Nicole! You saved my license!

When I received a letter from the BRN about a complaint against my license, I was devastated! Being the breadwinner for my family, 7 months pregnant with my 2nd child and working a full-time job, I felt overwhelmed with stress! Especially since I was not aware that this had been brewing without my kn...owledge for the past couple of years! I immediately started searching for a lawyer and hired Nicole Valentine. She was an open-book from the first conversation I had with her, which was 1.5 hours long! That's unheard of! She thoroughly explained all aspects of the case. I am so thankful to her for being so patient with me. I would call her crying, worried about the outcome, and she would attentively listen to all my concerns. Not only did she handle my case professionally, but most importantly, her experience proved that she knew what she was doing. The 3 year probation that was initially ordered was dismissed and replaced with public reproval. She saved my license, my job, and most importantly, the right to practice as an RN as I rightfully deserve to do so! I highly advise all my fellow nurses out there who receive these devastating letters from the BRN to pick up the phone and connect with Nicole Valentine.

Posted by Adrian | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEYOND WORDS

Where do I even start? Nicole was assigned to my case about two years ago by her colleague due to him having an overload of cases. when this happened I was afraid and didn't know what to expect BUT when the first time I spoke with Nicole, I knew I was in good hands. I can say Nicole is very upfront ...and honest and doesn't beat around the bush when it comes to letting her client know what to expect. she knew my case was going to be TOUGH & in her words "an uphill battle" BUT she WON !!! Nicole took her time with my case, she LISTENED TO ME, she advised me, she explained every possible outcome to full extent so that I would never be confused. Most of all, Nicole honestly and genuinely CARED ABOUT ME!! I can honestly say every moment she spend on my case was genuine and with special care. Nicole became more of a friend throughout this whole process and I hope I never need her again BUT would definitely call her in a heart beat if I or anyone I know needs an amazing, smart, strong, and honest attorney!!! She fought for me as though she was fighting for herself and she let me vent to her when I needed to, she let me cry to her if I needed to and she let me laugh when she knew I needed to. I can use all 4000 words this review allows to describe how great Nicole is. I am very grateful that her colleague chose the BEST person for the job to take over my case. I can say with great confidence that I believed in Nicole after our very first conversation. Nicole was there for me during and after my proceedings and hearing her excitement in the voicemail she left me when she got the decision regarding my case made me cry instantly. I can feel her genuine happiness for ME. I cant thank her enough for all the hard work and long hours she put into this case. She did her research when it came to the end and was very short and to the point in her closing brief arguments. I would recommend anyone in need of any type of criminal , administrative and especially employment and labor to call Nicole immediately. I promise you all , you will NOT REGRET it. It will be the best call you can make for yourself. I know now every attorney wins ALL their cases and that is another great asset about Nicole, even if she doesn't win she is very open and upfront of all the possible outcomes. I had a very hard case to beat and I will be the first one to admit it, BUT Nicole did it!!! WE WON .. this was the hardest two years of my life and knowing I had Nicole to turn to and on my side made it so much easier for me to get through. No words can ever describe how grateful I am for having you there for me Nicole and I owe you big time for being so good at your job and just honestly caring and showing it !! THANK YOU SO MUCH , I am glad to call you my friend now instead of my attorney :) I hope everyone that reads this review and hires you so they can feel what I feel and felt about you and your work from day one! Thank you for every minute you put into this case and Thank you for letting me know it will be ALRIGHT, and Thank you for being so good at what you do! sincerely , Adrian

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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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