THE TESTIMONIALS BELOW ARE WRITTEN BY AND INCLUDED WITH THE PERMISSION OF FORMER CLIENTS OF NICOLE BARNUM:

Divorce: No divorce is easy, but I felt as though my situation was unusually hard. Our kids were 5 and 7, and my ex wasn’t just seeking primary custody, but wanted to relocate herself and the kids to another state, seven hours away. Knowing a relocation was a long shot, she hired an aggressive attorney, made parental fitness the issue and called for a forensic psychological evaluation. I was under enormous pressure and wasn’t sure how I would make it out with my sanity intact. I needed a tenacious fighter who could match my ex’s attorney move for move, but because of the central involvement of our kids and the urgent need for my ex and I to be able to co-parent effectively, I also needed someone with a commitment to fairness who could exercise restraint and keep the situation from escalating.

When I met Nicole, a huge burden was lifted off of my shoulders. I knew immediately that I had a powerful ally in my corner. Nicole worked with me for over a year, and throughout that time I was amazed at her poise, focus and degree of preparation. My case didn’t come down to a custody battle in court, but instead to a negotiated agreement. It was a prolonged, drawn-out process, demanding a lot of patience and attention to detail, and Nicole was in every way ready for it. She was so committed to the process that she was taking calls and answering emails even from vacation. Always an excellent listener and highly attentive to my goals in each situation, Nicole nevertheless would not shy away from giving constructive feedback and helping me always view my goals in light of my family’s long-term well-being. A lack of closure was one of the greatest threats my family was facing, but Nicole went the extra mile to bring the negotiations to a close.

I will forever be grateful that, in such a dark time, I found someone like Nicole.

---From a Father represented by Nicole Barnum in a divorce.

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Custody & Order of Protection: Nicole Barnum is diligent, motivated and is able to see beyond her own perspective – and I believe that was key to our successfully winning my custody battle. When I first met Nicole, I was emotionally broken, physically bruised and was terrified of losing my child. My life and my child’s future were in the hands of a judge who knew nothing about us. Nicole listened carefully to me and when I was done, she explained the custody law and identified the best approach for my specific case and told what the entire process would entail. The next morning as we walked the corridors of the family court for the first time, I could see how many people recognized Nicole. She knew those corridors well. The other attorneys approached her with respect – even those who’d stood against her in court. That says a lot about Nicole, she’s a fighter but she keeps it clean and that has built her a great reputation with the lawyers for children and the judges. My custody case was very complex. We had several trial dates over many months and each and every time Nicole walked into the courtroom fully prepared. Her expertise and experience in articulating her arguments clearly, and always supported by the needed facts and research appealed to the court. Nicole remembered every fact, every incident and every date. Nicole never gave me false promises, even when my emotional side desperately called for it. Her answers about what to expect were always straight and clear – and she got the expectations about what was probably going to happen next right every time. She knows the law, she knows the legal tactics and she knows the do’s and don’ts in family courtrooms. I would not be fair to Nicole if I say that it was only her professionalism that helped us through those difficult times. Her conscientious, trustworthy and kind character is exemplary.

If you are looking for a custody attorney in New York, and if you want peace of mind that you are doing all you can to win your custody battle, I highly recommend that you set-up a meeting to consult with Nicole Barnum.

---From a Mother represented by Nicole Barnum in New York County Family Court.

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Custody: I’m a man. Although all my friends told me to give up, it would never happen, Nicole Barnum helped me get custody of my daughter! I’ve worked with 2 other lawyers in the past and Nicole is the best I’ve ever worked with. She really cares about her clients and goes above and beyond to achieve their objectives. Nicole is very smart and knows her craft. She managed my expectations and guided me well. She is very professional and never backs down in the courtroom. I’m not ashamed to say I was scared and Nicole made me feel safe. If you are on trial as I was, you want a lawyer as experienced as she is by your side. Although she is based in Manhattan, Nicole knew her way around Bronx Family Court as if she lived there. I would and do, recommend her to all my family and friends for all and any family court issues. Choosing Nicole to represent you is the best decision you can make.

Desmond Garcia

Bronx Family Court victory 2012

---From a Father represented by Nicole Barnum in Bronx County Family Court.

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Custody: I am thankful for Nicole Barnum every single day. I was sued by my daughter’s father for custody of my daughter. If Nicole Barnum had not been my lawyer, I don’t know how I’d have dealt with it. I have not ever taken for granted that my lawyer is experienced, humane and can also be aggressive with the counterparty when necessary. I did not have the time to wonder whether my case was being taken seriously, I needed to know that my lawyer was going to talk me through this, that she knew what she was doing, that she was going to develop my case according to her expertise alongside my own wishes and needs. Above all, I wanted a very experienced litigator. It was clear from before my first day in court that my lawyer knew the court system and was on top of my case. I was lucky that somewhere via my circle of friends, Nicole had been strongly recommended. The fact is, you can’t play around when you choose your lawyer. You need the sophisticated level of skilled representation you would expect from a big-name firm, and you need to be treated like a thinking human being. If you are like me and you actually want to REACH YOUR LAWYER on the phone, and be involved in your case, then reach out to Nicole Barnum. This is not a paid advertisement! Just my honest review based on my painful family court experience.

---From a Mother represented by Nicole Barnum in Kings County Family Court.

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Child Support: As my lawyer, Nicole went above and beyond both professionally and personally. She handled my family's case with as much care as she would her own, providing a straightforward explanation of the legal process, clarity of my rights under the law, legal advice tailored to my particular situation, and great care and sensitivity to the individuals and relationships involved. As a single working mother, her willingness to represent me both whole heartedly and affordably means more than I can put into words. She is the reason my son is safe, fully cared for, and receiving all that he deserves. Nicole listened to my goals, understood the outcomes I wanted and powerfully and professionally negotiated to make them happen. I highly recommend Nicole. It was a privilege to have her on my family's team!

---From a Mother represented by Nicole Barnum in Kings County Family Court

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Divorce: I was introduced to Nicole by a close friend who had worked with her on his own painful divorce and custody negotiations. He praised Nicole as super smart, poised, professional and kind. When I asked if she could be tough, he assured me that Nicole was as tough as any other litigator we might face in court. After having worked with three other attorneys over the course of twelve years, I was sick at the thought of returning to court. From my first meeting with Nicole, I was reassured and knew that finally I was in the right hands. She knows the law. She knows what is fair and reasonable, but also is willing and able to fight, and fight hard, on your behalf. She has a great mind for both the big picture and the nitty gritty details that become critical when papers are reviewed, drafted and submitted. Nothing got past her. She is clear and patient when explaining what will happen and what the judge will likely do and decide, and she does so with great accuracy.

Throughout the entire process, I felt that my case was the only one that Nicole was working on. She was accessible, she remembered everything, her turnaround time was always quick. She is also a very careful and intelligent reader, a critical skill when a word left out or inserted here and there could dramatically change an outcome. Her confidence, demeanor and poise in court were impeccable. I was privileged to have Nicole as my attorney.

---From a Mother represented by Nicole Barnum in Kings County Supreme Court

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