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 36 - 40 of 67 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Linda | July 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Nicole is the STELLAR

Nicole stayed with me and worked through my complex case for over 4 years while the BRN dragged things out. She is the most competent Nursing attorney you will find. My case was not easy but she persisted. She knows the law and she understood the facts surrounding my case. More importantly, she b...elieved in me. Her representation of the facts was stellar and, because of her gift of being able to put things into logical perspective and paint a picture for the judge, the court was able to see the events that took place with clarity. Nicole is unbelievably amazing at orchestrating a theater of events for the court. That is where she is in her element and she really SHINES. My case was dismissed !! I cannot thank her enough.

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Amazing Attorney

I would highly recommend Nicole Valentine as defense attorney! I was convicted of a DUI in 7/2018. I had a high blood alcohol level of 0.28% unfortunately due to personal/private circumstances. Although I was not driving (car was on), I plead no contest to the DUI. This was my 1st DUI, and she was ab...le to get my work project reduced to half (14 days to 7). I am a Nurse Shift Manager, where I supervise other nurses. According the the BRN, nurses may NOT supervise other RN's while their license is on probation, and with a high BAC your nursing license can be revoked. Nicole has been working with me since 7/2018 every step of the way. She represented me with my DUI conviction and with the BRN. Due to Nicole's excellent representation, I was able to keep my nursing license with a probation, and the BRN agreed to let me supervise nurses/staff. Without Nicole's help, I would have lost my job because of my position at work. I am so please with her service and commitment. She helped the process to be not as overwhelming as it would have. Nicole kept me on track, advised me of documents to submit to present my case to the board, had strong representation in court, very knowledgeable and responsive.

Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

100% RECOMMEND

I am a new grad RN and just obtained my nursing license around May last year. It was a very fulfilling time for me, I had a a lot to celebrate... until I celebrated a little too hard one night and got my first DUI just weeks after I passed my NCLEX exam. My world turned upside down and I had no idea ...how to handle it or get through it because I had never been involved with the law before until I came across RN Guardian and Nicole Valentine as one of their top lawyers to defend nursing licenses. I was referred to a DUI lawyer at first and miraculously got a reduced charge to “wet and wreck less”. After that was over Nicole Valentine helped me with my disclosure to the BRN. She walked me through the whole process and gave me clear instructions on submitting specific documents to her to successfully complete my disclosure. She had her colleagues reach out to me if she wasn’t in the office and made sure I had all my questions answered. Ms. Valentine and her team gave me a peace of mind knowing that this one mistake would not ultimately damage my career. She worked hard and reassured me that my case would be handled with care and that she would try her best to obtain the best outcome possible for my case, and that she did! I got a letter from the BRN just weeks after my final disclosure was submitted with my final outcome being a citation. No disciplinary action was taken against my nursing license. After almost a year dealing with my case, it has finally closed and I have RN Guardian and Nicole Valentine to thank for that. I would not have gotten through this stressful time without Nicole Valentine and her team. Thank you so much for lifting a HUGE weight off my shoulders! I’ll forever be grateful for your services.

Posted by Mihaela | April 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Best lawyer !

Nicole was able by representing me to dismiss an accusation from one of professional licensing boards. She prepared the case, that was convoluted in some way. Nicole guide me , and was very supportive She let me know what documents she needs, and she prepared the defense in a very professional manne...r. Her experience and knowledge , her fight spirit obtain the best outcome possible. I highly recommend Nicole as a lawyer. Wonderful experience!

Posted by Michelle | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Grateful

I hired Nicole to help me with reinstatement of my professional license. I needed someone with experience with Administrative hearings as my original hearing with a criminal defense lawyer didn't go good at all. I found Nicole and she was great, she explained and knew the process and I felt very p...repared of what to expect. I got the best outcome ever! I didn't think it was possible but it happened! I couldn't have gone through it without her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who has any type of accusation from the Board of Nursing. My advice after this experience is Don't try to do it alone or with a lawyer that does not have experience.

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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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Samuel Spital

Administrative law lawyer

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Jamie Silverstein

Criminal defense lawyer

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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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