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Precise Law APCAttorney
Nicole Denise Costen, Esq.
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Nicole Denise Costen, Esq.

4.5
8 reviews

122 Lime Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802

Personal Injury, Civil Defense and Family Law

About Nicole Denise Costen, Esq.

Ms. Costen is a distinguished attorney who launched her legal career in 2014 with a solid foundation from Western State College of Law, where she graduated at the top of her class. Her academic excellence and commitment to community work earned her the highest honors. Before venturing into law, she served as a social worker and counselor, dedicated to uplifting minority youth. This background in social advocacy continues to inform her legal practice, where integrity and community service are paramount. Ms. Costen has a diverse legal portfolio, successfully navigating cases ranging from personal injury to civil defense. In addition to managing her own practice, she has contributed her extensive legal acumen to the Inner City Law Center, vigorously advocating for tenants' rights in the battle against inhabitable living conditions.

 

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Nicole Denise Costen, Esq. got this award in 2021

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Commercial Real Estate
Posted by Glenn
February 18, 2026
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Had an issue with a real estate transaction where the seller tried to change the terms - the seller agreed to a reasonable settlement without having to go to court. Nicole was able to negotiate a new agreement and saved the hassle of litigation.

Civil Litigation
Posted by anonymous
February 06, 2026
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Nicole helped me resolve a threat I received about my business. Kept the matter out of court and negotiated an agreement with the other side. Sue was timely, understood my concerns, and was easy to work with.

DUI/DWI
Posted by Haywan
February 06, 2026
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Searched for weeks for the right attorney & finally found Nicole, she was truly great! She answered all my questions thoroughly and went above & beyond for me in court making me feel I made the right decision in choosing her firm to was represent me. Hopefully no legal troubles in the future, if so I am calling Nicole again!

Family Law
Posted by Laisun
January 26, 2026
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I cannot recommend my attorney, Nicole Costen, highly enough. She represented me in a dissolution case and did a truly phenomenal job from start to finish. Her attention to detail and due diligence were outstanding, and I always felt confident knowing she was fully prepared and advocating for my best interests. Beyond her legal expertise, she was incredibly supportive throughout the entire process, which made an emotionally difficult situation much more manageable. She was responsive, compassionate, and consistently went above and beyond. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and representation and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone in need of a strong, dedicated, and caring attorney.

 
Family Law
Posted by Lacey
January 26, 2026
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I had an excellent experience with my attorney during my dissolution case. She demonstrated exceptional legal knowledge, thorough preparation, and strong attention to detail at every stage of the process. Her due diligence was evident in how carefully she handled filings, strategy, and communication, and I always felt confident that my case was being managed thoughtfully and competently. She was responsive, clear in explaining legal issues, and consistently professional while advocating for my interests. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking skilled and reliable legal representation in a dissolution matter.

 
Labor and Employment
Posted by anonymous
January 26, 2026
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I had an excellent experience working with my attorney on an employment law matter. She was highly knowledgeable, thorough, and strategic in her approach, and it was clear from the beginning that she had a strong command of employment law and the relevant procedures. She conducted extensive due diligence, communicated clearly, and kept me informed at every stage of the case. Her professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail gave me confidence throughout the process. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking skilled and reliable representation in an employment law case.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Family Law
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    • Civil Defense

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2018, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Western State College of Law
    Class of 2017
    J.D.

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    Nicole Denise Costen, Esq. was admitted in 2018 to the State of California.
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    Nicole Denise Costen, Esq. attended Western State College of Law.
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    Nicole Denise Costen, Esq. is the Managing Partner of the firm.

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