Reviews

I had a very bad experience with Nicole Stednitz. She misrepresented my legal situation in order to get my business. After receiving a favorable order prior to having met her, she told me to file for a trial that took away my favorable orders, costing over $16,000 when she promised it would be under $2500 and which I later found out should never have been filed. She also charged hundreds for driving to the courthouse. For example, for one 15-minute hearing she arrived both late and unprepared to, she charged 4.1 hours. In small claims court where she sued to recover all of her inflated billing, she argued the 4.1 hours included her travel time and didn’t dispute the hearing itself took 15 minutes. Unfortunately, the judge awarded her the full amount. I’ve had other family law attorneys and was not prepared for a large percentage of attorney fees to go to traveling as none of my other attorneys charged for their travel, let alone more than the hearing itself. Also, each email costs 20% of her billable hour, even if it is one word. One email I sent had an attachment for which she charged hundreds of dollars for reviewing even though she didn’t seem to be familiar with what I had emailed her. Between emails and transportation, my retainer drained quickly each month and needed replenishing, without seeing any real progress in my case. I disputed her overcharges, didn’t hear from her for over three years until she suddenly sued me in small claims court charging thousands in interest the judge threw out but unfortunately, she got away with a lot I dispute is owed to her. She didn’t seem to care about me or my child and situation, but only about billing unreasonably. I personally regret hiring her and the bad outcome her representation resulted in.

She helped me with my divorce. She took my case sincerely, always well-prepared and respectful. Thanks, attorney Nicole.

I cannot thank Nicole enough for what she and Stuart have done for my family. They both fought for me and my child. Nicole definitely went above and beyond. She made sure I was heard and made sure I got what I wanted and my child needed. My motion wasn’t an easy case. Thank you Nicole for my child’s happiness.

Ms. Stednitz helped me with my post dissolution issue. My ex and his attorney were very difficult to deal with. Ms. Stednitz remained calmed and focused on our final goal. She guided me through the process and I am glad I listened to her advice. The issue went to the court and judge ruled in my favor on several matters.

I found Nicole to be very helpful, timely, friendly, and understanding. She was very accommodating and we were able to accomplish tasks even when I was overseas. Nicole checked in with me on a regular basis, providing updates, making sure the process moved along, giving suggestions and options whenever needed. She always explained everything clearly. I really appreciated all she did on my behalf and would recommend her to anyone needing a family lawyer.

Nicole is an intelligent,kind, and fierce advocate for you especially in dealing with domestic matters in a divorce setting. She has a heart of gold as well as a mind for the law and was always a phone call, email away. When I consulted for my divorce she listened and allowed me to grieve the loss and comforted me with the next steps. When my parents needed to come in she accommodated their last minute and short visit from out of town by meeting with us on a Saturday. She helped guide us through the process and expedite the paperwork and needed documents to file. During the duration of it she fought for my best interest and when respondent didn’t comply she called out and let court know associated behaviors of other party were unacceptable. She was able to get a court order for payment of my legal fees an individual who wouldn’t let me get a divorce and stall it eventually settling and signing an agreement as their were consequences for his inaction of not showing up to court and stalling wasting time/fees. I got a good outcome no alimony or retirement accounts access and split most everything else 50-50. I would recommend her as she has a lot of experience but more than that she has heart and will fight especially if their is injustice and domestic matters in the divorce process.

SHE TOOK MY CHILD CUSTODY CASE .DID EXCELLENT WORK ...A+ ATTORNEY , WOULD NOT WANT TO FACE HER IN COURT OF LAW.

I highly recommended Nicole, She did excellent job on my child custody case.Always on top of things and makes sure you get all info that you need to know.I will have Nicole representing me again in future

I was referred to Ms. Stednitz from someone I highly trusted and I was not disappointed. I had no prior experience with any other attorneys and wasn’t sure what to expect as I was new to the whole divorce thing. It’s not an easy process as I’m sure anyone would tell you but Nicole made it as simple and easy as possible. We had a home that needed to be sold before escrow could officially close and she took care of all the stipulations that were required without even needing to go to court which was a true money saver. We went to court one time in the beginning and that was it, she handled the rest in a very cost saving and professional manner. I would highly recommend Ms Stednitz if you should need a divorce or family attorney. Chris T.

Always followed up promptly and was patient through the entire process. She understood me and what was best for the children. Very professional and customer focused.

I've checked with 3 different attorneys before I found Nicole. She left me really good impression by answering all my questions in details and for the first time I finally understood where I was at in my divorce situation. I had a very gnarly one. She also charges reasonably which made it easier for me since I didn't have a lot to invest in this case. I'm very glad that I hired her as my attorney. She is very responsive whenever she could and she gave me good advice when I didn't know what to do with some of the objections from the other party. She is also very friendly makes you want to trust her without a second thought. It took us about 3 months to finalize this divorce. I am very grateful.

Nicole Stednitz is remarkably efficient which is reflected in her performance as an attorney and in her productivity. Nicole is VERY effective at handling the opposing counsel during mediation and I noticed she wrote over 80% of the global settlement right there in the courthouse. She tactfully shut down opposing counsel each time he made ridiculous settlement offers. Nicole has 3 years experience yet she did more for my case in less time than my original attorney who had decades of experience. Nicole had to do damage control on a very messy case. It was the best decision I made to find another attorney who provided me with outstanding work and immeasurable peace of mind. She genuinely cares for the safety and well being of children. I foresee Nicole becoming very prominent in this field.