Patricia Nicole

Senior Associate – Family Law Division
Daniel Dimitru Law Firm

“Empathy, integrity, and advocacy — these are the principles that guide my practice in every family law matter.”

Patricia Nicole is a dedicated Family Lawyer at Daniel Dimitru Law Firm, where she leads the Family Law Division with compassion, clarity, and a strong commitment to achieving balanced legal solutions. With over a decade of hands-on experience in family law litigation and mediation, Patricia has built a reputation as a calm, strategic advocate who helps families navigate their most difficult transitions with dignity and care.

Professional Summary

Patricia has represented hundreds of clients in a wide spectrum of family law cases — from amicable divorces to high-conflict custody battles and complex property disputes. Her deep understanding of both the emotional and legal dimensions of family issues enables her to offer guidance that is not only legally sound but also empathetically attuned.

Her experience spans:

• Divorce and legal separation

• Child custody and visitation rights

• Spousal and child support matters

• Domestic violence protection and restraining orders

• Marital property division and asset tracing

• Adoption and surrogacy legal processes

• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

• Parental rights and paternity

Patricia blends strong courtroom advocacy with a practical, settlement-oriented mindset — always seeking the most constructive outcomes for her clients, especially when children are involved.

Education & Credentials

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) – 

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – 

• Licensed to practice in [Canada]

• Member of the Canada Bar Association – Family Law Section

• Certified in Family Mediation and Collaborative Law

Approach to Family Law

Patricia believes that the most effective family lawyers are not just legal technicians, but counselors, problem-solvers, and protectors of peace. She approaches every case with:

• Empathy: Listening deeply to clients’ stories and emotional needs

• Clarity: Breaking down complex legal options into understandable guidance

• Strength: Standing firm in court to protect her clients’ rights and interests

• Practicality: Encouraging amicable resolutions when possible to reduce stress and cost

Her clients frequently praise her for being “a steady hand during emotional storms,” and for her “calm but powerful presence in court.”

Notable Successes

• Successfully negotiated a multi-million-dollar divorce settlement involving overseas assets

• Secured sole custody for a mother in a high-conflict parental alienation case

• Represented clients in LGBTQ+ family law matters, including adoption and parentage

• Won multiple appeals in family law cases involving custody modification and relocation

• Helped survivors of domestic violence obtain long-term protective orders and safe custody agreements

Client Testimonials

“Patricia treated my family like her own. She was professional, wise, and genuinely cared about the outcome.”
— Client, Divorce Case

“She fought for my children like a lioness. I’ll never forget what she did for us.”
— Client, Custody Case

Professional Memberships

• Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC)

• International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP)

• Women in Law Leadership Forum

• Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy Network

Personal Note

Outside of the courtroom, Patricia is an advocate for children’s rights and mental health awareness in family systems. She volunteers with family support nonprofits and teaches workshops on co-parenting and conflict de-escalation.

In her downtime, Patricia enjoys writing poetry, hiking nature trails, and spending time with her two children and golden retriever, Daisy.