Biography
Nicole Planell is a partner in the Litigation practice group focusing her practice on complex commercial, business and civil litigation including construction, partnership disputes, breach of contract and real property matters. As an experienced litigator, Nicole has represented developers, general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals for both residential and commercial properties. She has handled a number of multimillion-dollar construction disputes including all facets of construction litigation such as 558 pre-suit demands, arbitration and trial on a variety of issues ranging from structural defects to design flaws.
Nicole regularly represents clients in both state and federal matters throughout Florida resolving countless disputes with favorable results for her clients. Her experience encompasses all aspects of the litigation process including case strategy and management, pre-trial motion practice, depositions, transcripts, settlement negotiations, trial and appeals.
Background
Prior to joining Armstrong Teasdale, Nicole served as a litigation associate at several Florida defense firms where she also represented developers, general contractors, subcontractors and design professionals as well as professional liability matters.
She also previously served as a litigation paralegal at a prominent boutique trial law firm in New York City while she attended New York Law School.
Born and raised Puerto Rico, Nicole is fluent in Spanish.
Education
- New York Law School (J.D., 2008)
- Dean’s list
- Fordham University (B.A., 2001)
- International Political Economy
- French minor
Admissions
Professional Activities
- The Florida Bar
- American Bar Association
- Association for Women Lawyers, Miami-Dade (Florida) Chapter
Charitable and Civic Involvement
- Dade Legal Aid “Put Something Back” Program
Accolades
- The Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Construction (2024-present)
Languages
- Spanish
- French