Nicole Bilaver is a legal assistant at Garfield Legal, where she supports the firm's legal team with case preparation and administrative coordination.
She brings extensive experience in business operations and leadership, having previously managed complex, multi-million-dollar operations at Starbucks and led teams in high-volume, high-accountability environments. That background informs her structured, detail-oriented approach to legal support and her ability to work effectively within complex systems.
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of California, Davis, with a sociocultural emphasis. Her academic training focused on research, critical analysis, and the study of institutions and human behavior - skills that translate directly to legal research, case organization, and supporting attorneys across a range of matters.
Nicole approaches her work with care, discretion, and an appreciation for the importance of reliability in legal practice, particularly when supporting clients during complex or stressful situations. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys writing, attending live performances, and spending time with friends, family, and pets.