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Contact
Email
meredith@nicholsonpham.com
Phone
(919) 724-4419
Address
113 Broadway Street, Durham, NC, 27701, US
Professional
About
Meredith Sien Nicholson is a founding partner at NicholsonPham, PLLC, located in Durham, NC. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law, Meredith brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, focusing primarily on family law, litigation, and business law. Specializing in adoption, surrogacy, and Artificial Reproductive Technology (ART) law, Meredith is committed to advocating for the LGBT community, ensuring that all families have access to the legal support they need during critical moments in their lives. Her expertise in these complex areas of law makes her a valuable ally for clients navigating the adoption process or seeking assistance with surrogacy arrangements. Meredith also places a strong emphasis on community engagement, particularly in her outreach to the Latino community. She frequently provides legal information and resources in Spanish, making her services accessible to a broader audience and fostering a welcoming environment for clients from diverse backgrounds. At NicholsonPham, PLLC, Meredith Sien Nicholson stands out as a knowledgeable and approachable attorney, ready to guide clients through the intricacies of family law. Her dedication to her practice and the communities she serves positions her as a trusted resource for individuals and families in need of legal assistance in Durham and beyond.
About Adoption Law
Adoption attorneys guide families through the legal process of adopting a child. They handle all legal requirements to create new family bonds. Common matters include domestic adoption, international adoption, stepparent adoption, foster care adoption.
Credentials
Education
1999 University of North Carolina School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1995 University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Spanish | French
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Fellow, Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys
Publications
2005 Critical Terms in Criminal Proceedings, in Spanish and English Co-author, published by the North Carolina Bar Association
Associations
2014 - Present Family Law Institute of the LGBT Bar Member 2001 - Present North Carolina Advocates for Justice Member 2005 - 2007 North Carolina Bar Association, Latino Affairs Committee President
Speaking
2012 A Practical Guide for Understanding & Navigating Traffic Court Program Chair - Traffic Law CLE 2011 New Admittee Professionalism CLE Speaker - Organizing Your Law Office 2009 Tecnicas de Litigacion Oral - Baja California, Mexico Trial Advocacy Training for Mexican attorneys in the State of Baja California
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Updated: Jun 08, 2026