California Family Law Background
Nicole Duncan earned her
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from
Whittier Law School, a California-based institution with strong ties to the state’s legal community. She also holds a
Master of Business Administration (MBA), allowing her to address the financial complexities that frequently arise in California divorces involving real estate, business interests, and long-term support obligations.
She completed her undergraduate studies at the
University of Southern California (USC), further grounding her academic and professional background in Southern California. In addition, Nicole earned a
Certificate in International Law from King’s College London, which informs her work in cases involving cross-border or interstate considerations.
Los Angeles Divorce & Family Law Experience
Nicole Duncan has represented clients throughout
Los Angeles County, including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and surrounding communities. Her practice is focused on California family law matters governed by the California Family Code and local court procedures.
Nicole has extensive experience handling:
- Contested and uncontested divorce cases under California law
- High-conflict child custody and visitation disputes
- Child support and spousal support proceedings
- Property division involving real estate, businesses, and complex assets
- Legal separation agreements
- Domestic violence restraining orders
- Mediation and negotiated settlements
Her familiarity with Los Angeles family courts allows her to provide clients with informed guidance based on local procedures, judicial expectations, and practical considerations unique to California cases.
Practice Areas Under California Law
Family Law
- Child Custody and Parenting Plans
- Child Support
- Prenuptial and Marital Agreements
- Legal Separation
- Same-Sex Family Law Matters
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Divorce
- Contested Divorce
- Uncontested Divorce
- Property Division
- Spousal Support and Alimony
- Collaborative Divorce
- Military Divorce
- Same-Sex Divorce
Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- Victims’ Rights Advocacy
- Related Family Law Proceedings
California Bar Admission
- State Bar of California
Bar Number: 328341
Active Member
Nicole is authorized to practice before all California state courts.
Professional Associations
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
- American Bar Association
These memberships reflect Nicole’s active involvement in the California legal community and her ongoing engagement with developments in family law practice.
Interstate & Dual-State Experience
In addition to her California practice, Nicole Duncan is also licensed to practice law in
Colorado, allowing her to assist clients with
interstate family law matters involving California and Colorado, including relocation and jurisdictional issues.
- State Bar of Colorado
Bar Number: 54630
Approach to California Family Law Representation
Nicole Duncan approaches California family law matters with a focus on
preparation, clarity, and long-term outcomes. She works closely with clients to evaluate their legal options under California law and develop strategies aligned with their priorities.
Her approach emphasizes:
- Detailed case analysis under the California Family Code
- Clear communication throughout the legal process
- Practical solutions tailored to Los Angeles family court procedures
- Advocacy focused on enforceable and sustainable outcomes
About Duncan Family Law
Nicole Duncan founded Duncan Family Law to provide focused, strategic representation in
Los Angeles divorce and family law matters. The firm serves clients throughout Los Angeles County and maintains a secondary office presence in Denver, Colorado.
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