Nicole Whitlock is a dedicated family attorney who truly cares about providing compassionate and knowledgeable support to families and individuals during life’s toughest moments. Growing up in her mother’s family law firm, she felt a deep connection to this field, making her journey to becoming a family law attorney a natural fit.
Passionate about advocating for her clients, Nicole is committed to protecting their rights every step of the way. She understands that every family situation is unique, so she takes the time to get to know her clients and their specific goals. This personalized approach blends legal expertise with genuine empathy, allowing Nicole to guide her clients through complex emotional challenges while working toward the best possible outcomes.
Licenses and Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
- Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice (Family & Civil)
Education
- J.D., Mitchell Hamline School of Law, 2024
- B.S., University Honors Program, magna cum laude, Iowa State University, 2021
- Paternity Dispute – Despite Minnesota Statutes and caselaw to the contrary, Nicole successfully secured parenting time for her divorcing client who was the non-biological father of a child born during the marriage
Awards
- Minnesota Justice Foundation (MJF) 150+ Hours of Public Service, 2024
- Cardinal Key Honor Society, Iowa State University, 2024
- University Honors Program, Iowa State University, 2017 to 2021
- Cardinal Leader Scholar, Iowa State University, 2017-2021
- James Hoffa Scholar, 2017
Presentations
- Minnesota Justice Foundation (MJF), Mitchell Hamline School of Law Self-Help Clinic, Family Law Training, 2022, 2023, and 2024
Memberships
- Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA), Family Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), and Children and the Law Sections, 2024 to Present
- American Association for Justice (AAJ) Mock Trial, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, 2022 to 2023
Volunteering
- Minnesota Justice Foundation (MJF), Mitchell Hamline School of Law Self-Help Clinic, Volunteer Attorney, 2024 to Present
- Minnesota Justice Foundation (MJF), Mitchell Hamline School of Law Self-Help Clinic, Family Director, 2022 to 2024
- National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) Training Volunteer, 2023
- Mapping Prejudice Project, University of Minnesota, 2023
- Minnesota Justice Foundation (MJF), Mitchell Hamline School of Law Self-Help Clinic, Student Volunteer, 2021 to 2022