Nicole T. Countryman - Scottsdale, AZ

Nicole T. Countryman is an experienced Arizona attorney with nearly three decades of dedicated practice, primarily focusing on criminal defense and appellate law. Licensed to practice in Arizona since 1996, she is committed to protecting her clients’ rights through strategic advocacy and thorough preparation.

Prior to joining Schill Law Group, Nicole previously served as a court commissioner (pro tem judge) in Chandler Municipal Court, presiding over traffic cases, protective order, and in-custody criminal matters. Her background also includes work as an Assistant City Prosecutor in Yuma and extensive appellate representation before the Arizona Court of Appeals and the Arizona Supreme Court.

Nicole earned her Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona in 1996, Cum Laude; Dean’s List. She also earned a B. A in English from Arizona State University in 1992, Cum Laude; Dean’s List.

Nicole is known for her tenacious courtroom and appellate advocacy. She combines meticulous case preparation with a client-centered approach to achieve the best possible outcomes in complex criminal and appellate matters. She is admitted to practice in Arizona, Washington, and before the United States Supreme Court.

In addition to her legal practice, Nicole is also a licensed real estate agent in Arizona.