DIVORCE WITH DIGNITY - NAPA AND SOLANO
Nicole R. Lewis, Esq
1300 First Street, Suite 368
Napa, CA 94559
744 Empire Street, Suite 230
Fairfield, CA 94533
OUR MISSION:
At Divorce With Dignity – Napa and Solano, our mission is to redefine the divorce experience for individuals and families in our community by offering a peaceful, empowering, and wellness-centered alternative to litigation.
We believe divorce should not be a war — it should be a turning point.
Through DivorceStrong™ coaching, mediation, and legal support, we help clients navigate divorce with dignity, emotional stability, and confidence. Our goal is to protect your peace, your children, and your future by providing practical tools, legal clarity, and whole-person support — all without the cost, conflict, or courtroom drama of traditional divorce.
Rooted in the values of empathy, empowerment, and efficiency, we meet each client where they are — whether they’re just beginning to consider divorce or need help finalizing the process. With a focus on mental wellness, financial stability, and strong post-divorce foundations, our mission is to help you move forward with purpose, strength, and respect.
Divorce may be the end of one chapter — but with the right support, it can also be the beginning of a stronger one.
WE HELP YOU:
- Navigate the entire divorce process with expert legal guidance, emotional support, and a wellness-based perspective — all without stepping into a courtroom.
- Stay grounded and confident through the emotional ups and downs of divorce with structured coaching, mindset tools, and strategic planning.
- Reach respectful, fair agreements that prioritize your goals, your family, and your future — without unnecessary conflict or cost.
- Rebuild your life with strength and clarity through our DivorceStrong™ approach, combining legal insight with personal empowerment and wellness.
A UNIQUE FOCUS ON WELLNESS
Living and working in Napa and Solano, Nicole knows how deeply divorce can affect your mental health, parenting, work life, and sense of identity. That’s why she integrates wellness and resilience strategies into everything she does — not as an afterthought, but as a core part of her approach.
With a background as a certified wellness coach and professional natural bodybuilder, Nicole offers:
- Mind-body grounding practices
- Tools for emotional regulation and nervous system relief
- Fitness and wellness coaching for rebuilding after divorce
- Empowerment-focused workshops for women and families
Nicole believes that people in our communities deserve peaceful transitions and personal strength, not just legal closure. Her DivorceStrong™ model reflects this belief.
SERVICES PROVIDED
> DivorceStrong™ Coaching
One-on-one, attorney-informed support for individuals who want a better way through divorce.
DivorceStrong™ is Nicole’s signature service for individuals who are navigating divorce on their own. Whether you’re at the very beginning, stuck in uncertainty, or simply want to avoid expensive missteps, this coaching program provides personalized, holistic support.
Many coaching clients come from Napa’s tight-knit communities or Solano’s working families, looking for a clear-headed guide who gets it. Nicole blends legal insights, wellness strategies, and emotional regulation tools to help you move forward — without unraveling.
You’ll receive support with:
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Legal process education (without representation)
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Strategic planning + step-by-step action maps
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Co-parenting transitions, communication strategies, and boundary work
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Emotional grounding tools + wellness resources
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Confidence to make decisions that protect your future
Nicole also offers a “Life of Your Divorce” concierge package, where she’s available throughout your entire journey — a consistent, trusted support when things get difficult.
> Mediation:
Respectful, structured communication for couples ready to work together — and stay out of court.
In both Napa and Solano, families want to minimize disruption — especially when kids are involved. Nicole’s mediation style reflects this value, helping couples focus on solutions and long-term peace.
Ideal for:
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Families prioritizing peaceful co-parenting
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Couples seeking control over outcomes without litigation
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People who want to reduce legal costs and avoid conflict
Nicole creates a calm, future-focused environment where decisions are made collaboratively and respectfully.
> Legal Document Preparation:
Reliable, accurate support for filing all your family law paperwork — with the care of someone who lives and works here.
Nicole provides efficient document prep services for clients who have reached agreement and want to finalize things legally, without error or delay.
Whether you’re filing in Napa Superior Court or Solano County Family Court, Nicole ensures that your forms are completed accurately and filed properly, avoiding unnecessary rejections or delays.
Services include:
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Divorce filings and disclosures
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Parenting agreements and stipulations
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Paternity filings
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Guardianships, conservatorships, wills, and trusts
This is the kind of support you don’t realize you need until you have it — personal, precise, and done right the first time.
Let’s Create a Healthier Divorce Experience — Together
In Napa and Solano, families value connection, honesty, and peace — even in difficult times. Nicole R. Lewis, Esq. offers a new way to divorce that reflects those same values.
Whether you’re ready to file or still figuring out your next step, Nicole is here to guide you with strength, clarity, and compassion — always court-free.
Specialities
- Family Law Documents
- Holistic Divorce Coaching
- Divorce Mediation
- Co-Parenting Mediation
- Paternity Filings
- Living Trusts/Wills
- Conservatorships
- Guardianships
More about Nicole
EDUCATION:
- Western State University College of Law, Fullerton CA | Juris Doctor degree, December 2000 (Admitted to practice law in the State of California on December 4, 2001)
- California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA | Bachelor of Arts degree, Political Science – 1996
AWARDS, HONORS & ACTIVITIES:
- 2007 California State Bar Diversity Award Nominee
- January 2008 Excellent Service Award (Parker-Stanbury, LLP/Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.)
- March 2008 Excellent Service Award (Parker-Stanbury, LLP/Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.)
- August 2013 Appointed Judge Pro Tem, Santa Clara County Superior Court (Family Division)
- January 2014 Appointed Judge Pro Tem, Sacramento County Superior Court (Family Law)
Law School
- 1997 – 1998 West Publishing Company Corpus Juris Secundum Award, Criminal Law (San Francisco Law School) American Jurisprudence Bancroft – Whitney Award, Criminal Law (San Francisco Law School)
- Fall 1998 Eric Falconer Scholarship Recipient (San Francisco Law School) Ester F. Blum Foundation Award Recipient (San Francisco Law School)
- Fall 2000 Dean’s Scholar Undergraduate
- Spring 1993 Dean’s Honor List
- Fall 1994 Dean’s List
- Fall 1994 – Spring 1995 Associated Students Incorporated, Senator-At-Large
- Spring 1995 Dean’s Honor List
- Summer 1995 Political Field Study in Cuba, Participant
- Fall 1995 Dean’s Honor List
- Fall 1995 Black Faculty and Staff Scholarship Recipient
- Spring 1996 Honorable Mention, National Black Graduate Student Research Conference
- Spring 1996 Outstanding Student Award, Department of African American Studies
TRUSTED PROVIDER:
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Licensed Family Law Attorney (California, since 2001)
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Certified Divorce Mediator
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Certified Wellness Coach + Fitness Expert
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Over 20 years in public and private legal practice
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Local offices in both Napa and Fairfield
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Known for honesty, discretion, and practical empowerment
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Deeply familiar with the local court systems, family dynamics, and community values
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Offers a holistic, peaceful alternative to adversarial legal models
MORE ABOUT NICOLE:
Prior to practicing law, Nicole worked for James Hahn’s mayoral campaign and then for the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office. She was a Mayoral Aide for Mayor James Hahn until July 2002 when she began her legal career as a Child Support Services Department Staff Attorney for the County of Los Angeles.
Nicole has spent most of her career as a solo-practitioner and now practices all aspects of family law. She is especially known for being an honest and compassionate practitioner. She not only listens to her clients, but she also understands that many aspects of the family law process are difficult for individuals to navigate on their own. She is a trusted leader and has often handled other legal matters that her clients have faced.
In addition to practicing law, Nicole has served as an Adjunct Law Professor at Irvine University College of Law where she taught torts and criminal law to first-year law students.
When Nicole is not practicing law, she enjoys participating in fitness related activities and events. Nicole is a professional natural bodybuilder and competes in multiple shows throughout the year.. Nicole is also a Fitness Expert Contributor for STRONG Fitness Magazine.