
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos, Alimony Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Alimony, Business, and Child Custody · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratNancy Stassinopoulos, APC
San Diego, CA
Practicing alimony in San Diego since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Business, and Child Custody. Nancy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Alimony · Business · Child Custody
- Handles Alimony, Business, and Child Custody matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos: Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Business, and Child Custody. Nancy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Nancy's practice areas in San Diego
Nancy concentrates on alimony, business, child custody, child support, and divorce. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Alimony
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Child Custody
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Family Law
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Alimony cases in San Diego, California
Nancy takes alimony matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Nancy takes business matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in San Diego, California
Nancy takes child custody matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in San Diego, California
Nancy takes child support matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in San Diego, California
Nancy takes divorce matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos, alimony attorney serving San Diego
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Alimony, Business, and Child Custody. Nancy has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Nancy works from San Diego, California and takes on alimony matters across the region.
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 18 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years. Nancy practices at Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC in San Diego, CA.
How Nancy handles alimony matters
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child support and 18 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years. Nancy practices at Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC in San Diego, CA.
Who Nancy represents
Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for alimony, business, and child custody matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Nancy studied and practices
Brooklyn Law School
J.D. · 1974
Swarthmore College
B.A. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Nancy's state bar admissions
California
1980 · ACTIVE
New York (Inactive)
1975 · ACTIVE
Nancy studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in Swarthmore College.
Law school and academic background
Nancy completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in Swarthmore College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Nancy's legal honors and published work
Nancy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos's office in San Diego
Nancy's primary office is at 7676 Hazard Center Dr., Ste. 500, San Diego, CA, 92108-4508. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nancy Stassinopoulos, APC
7676 Hazard Center Dr., Ste. 500
San Diego, CA 92108-4508
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Client reviews of Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new alimony attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a alimony attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many alimony matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Nancy
Nancy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in alimony practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every alimony matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nancy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many alimony practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nancy Nickerson Stassinopoulos
How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a alimony case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nancy offer a free consultation?
Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some alimony attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy's current terms during booking.
How long do alimony cases in California typically take?
Simple alimony matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Nancy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nancy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Nancy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nancy accepting new alimony clients right now?
Nancy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Alimony attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Nancy handles alimony matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified alimony attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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