Nicole S. Facio

Partner / Attorney at Law

515.232.1761

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Bar Admissions

• Iowa, 2010
• U.S. Southern District of Iowa, 2020

Education

• Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa, 2010 J.D.
• With High Honors
• Recipient, Katherine Finn Milleman Memorial Scholarship, 2008
• Order of the Coif
• Law Review: Junior Staff, Drake Law Review, 2008-2009
• University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 1995
• B.S.
• Major: Psychology
  

Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Nicole has resided in Ames since 1999 when her husband was offered a position with the Ames Fire Department. Nicole initially came to Iowa to attend the University of Iowa and graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Prior to receiving her law degree from Drake University in 2010, Nicole worked for many years as a social worker for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Story County. While working for HHS, Nicole assisted many parents and children in overcoming barriers so they could have healthy and safe families. This previous position provided her with valuable experience in assisting people with substance abuse and mental health issues. Nicole made the decision to attend law school so she could expand her advocacy for families and individuals. 

Nicole started practicing law with the Newbrough Law Firm in 2010 and has continued serving parents and children in all areas of family and juvenile law including divorces, child custody or paternity matters, civil protective orders (for domestic, sexual, or elder abuse), child support, guardianships, Child in Need of Assistance (CINA) matters, and delinquency matters. Nicole is very committed to helping families move forward after experiencing life changing events to live their best lives. Nicole has the ability to provide calm and practical advice to those going through some of the toughest times of their lives. Nicole is trained as a mediator and has been conducting mediations since ­­­­­­­2016 to help families resolve their disputes without the need for court intervention. 

Nicole is an avid sports fan who loves to cheer on her home teams, the Chicago Cubs and Bears. She loves to travel with her family and friends to experience what life has to offer. When not traveling, Nicole enjoys playing pickleball and her bourbon collection. Nicole has been married for almost thirty years and has two adult children. 

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Nicole believes it is essential to contribute to the community and volunteers numerous hours to several Ames area organizations. Nicole is currently on the Legal Aid Society of Story County board of directors and has been on the board since 2011. Nicole was board president for over five years. Story County Legal Aid provides legal services for low-income residents of Story County. Nicole has served on the Heartland of Story County board of directors for over eight years and served as the board president. Heartland is dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults and providing support for their families and caregivers. Nicole was a founding member of the Ames Pickleball Club and is currently serving as president. 

Nicole previously served on the board of directors at Northcrest Community for approximately eight years and was the foundation board president for three years. Nicole has also served on the board for the Story County Bar Association from 2010-2013.