Atty. Nicole Schmidt

Atty. Nicole Schmidt

Nicole Schmidt is a partner and Certified Family Law Specialist at Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara. Nicole Schmidt focuses on divorce and family law matters in Newport Beach and San Diego.

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About Nicole Schmidt at a glance

Nicole Schmidt is a family law and adr attorney based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP. Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Nicole Schmidt is a partner and Certified Family Law Specialist at Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara
  • Nicole Schmidt focuses on divorce and family law matters in Newport Beach and San Diego
  • Ms. Schmidt has experience in a plethora of issues arising in the general area of family law, including prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, child custody and visitation, spousal support, child support, divorce, and complex asset and debt division
  • She specializes in cases involving non-traditional sources of income and self- employment
  • Ms. Schmidt is also a member of the Orange County Superior Court Family Law Alternate Defense Panel and has been appointed by the Court to represent minor children in a variety of cases
  • Ms. Schmidt obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from UCLA
  • She received her Juris Doctor degree from the University of California Hastings Law School in San Francisco, California, in 2009, where she graduated cum laude and was in the top 12% of her class
  • During law school, Ms. Schmidt earned two CALI-Witkin awards
  • She also served on the board of the 501(c)(3) organization Hastings Public Interest Law Foundation, as well as Hastings Homeless Legal Services
  • She was an executive articles editor for the Hastings Race & Poverty Law Journal, and her article related to public housing deficiencies was published in the Spring 2009 issue
  • Ms. Schmidt is a Certified Family Law Specialist and is a member of the State Bar of California and the Family Law Section of the Orange County Bar Association
  • She is on the Board of Directors of the Robert A. Banyard Inn of Court, as well as the Moot Court Committee for the Constitutional Rights Foundation
  • Ms. Schmidt is a graduate of the National Institute of Trial Advocacy’s rigorous civil advocacy program
  • Ms. Schmidt was proud to receive the Marjorie Day Civility Award from her Inn of Court in 2014
  • Ms. Schmidt resides in Long Beach with her husband and daughter, and enjoys painting, coffee, weightlifting, and the beach

Practice Areas Explained

Nicole Schmidt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicole Schmidt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newport Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicole Schmidt

Where is Nicole Schmidt's law office located?
Nicole Schmidt's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicole Schmidt handle?
Nicole Schmidt focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Nicole Schmidt go to law school?
Nicole Schmidt earned their education at (J.D., 2009).
How can I contact Nicole Schmidt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Nicole Schmidt received?
Nicole Schmidt's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law.

Education

J.D.
University of California Hastings College of the Law
- 2009

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026

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