Nicole Sornsin's practice is concentrated in commercial litigation with experience in construction litigation, financial services litigation, and general business torts and contract-related disputes. Her construction litigation practice includes the representation of general contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers in performance and payment disputes, contract termination matters, mechanics’ and materialmen's lien foreclosures, surety bond claims, registrar of contractors' administrative proceedings and bid protests. Nicole’s financial services litigation practice includes the representation of national banks involving various contract and tort claims, lender liability claims, and Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) issues.
Nicole has successfully defended clients in both federal and state court, as well as in administrative proceedings.
Education
- William & Mary School of Law (J.D., 2009)
- Study Abroad Program, Madrid
- Arizona State University (B.A., Journalism and Mass Communication, summa cum laude, 2006)
- Barrett Honors College Graduate
- Dean's List
- President's Scholarship
Court Admissions
- Supreme Court of Arizona
- United States District Court, District of Arizona
Representative Presentations & Publications
- Investigation of the Case, Business and Commercial Litigation in Federal Courts, Second Edition, West Publishing (2005) (2010 Update)
Community Involvement
- Blistered Whiskers, Volunteer and Foster Parent (no-kill organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of street kittens)
- Volunteer Lawyers Program
Other Professional Experience
- United States Attorney's Office, District of Arizona, Law Clerk (2007)
- Crime Victims Legal Assistance Program, Scottsdale, AZ, Intern (2005)
