Nicole A Skolout, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Entertainment
AssociateatBaker & Hostetler LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Nicole A Skolout is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Entertainment. Nicole has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Entertainment
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Entertainment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nicole A Skolout: Nicole A Skolout is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Entertainment. Nicole has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nicole takes on
Nicole concentrates on business, class action, entertainment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicole handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Entertainment
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General
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Litigation
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicole takes business matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicole agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicole takes class action matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicole agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicole takes entertainment matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicole agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicole takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicole agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Nicole takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nicole agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nicole A Skolout — business lawyer in Los Angeles
Nicole A Skolout is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Entertainment. Nicole has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP.
Nicole A Skolout is a lawyer practicing class action defense, commercial litigation, securities litigation and regulatory enforcement and 4 other areas of law. Nicole received a B.A. degree from University of California - San Diego in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Nicole practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Nicole on a business matter
Nicole A Skolout is a lawyer practicing class action defense, commercial litigation, securities litigation and regulatory enforcement and 4 other areas of law. Nicole received a B.A. degree from University of California - San Diego in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Nicole practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Nicole works with
Nicole reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and entertainment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law
J.D. · 2004
University of California - San Diego
B.A. Political · 2001
Jurisdictions
Nicole's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2011 · ACTIVE
Utah
2004 · ACTIVE
Nicole studied at J.D. in University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law and B.A. Political in University of California - San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Nicole completed J.D. in University of Utah, S.J. Quinney College of Law and B.A. Political in University of California - San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicole runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Nicole's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Salt Lake County Bar Association Women Lawyers of Utah
Board Member & Treasurer · membership
Locations
Nicole A Skolout's office in Los Angeles
Nicole's primary office is at 11601 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1400, Los Angeles, CA, 90025-0509. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Baker & Hostetler LLP
11601 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1400
Los Angeles, CA 90025-0509
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How to hire Nicole A Skolout — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicole usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicole charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicole's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Nicole will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Nicole
Nicole discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Nicole confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicole's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicole A Skolout
How much does it cost to hire Nicole for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicole walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicole offer a free consultation?
Nicole charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicole's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nicole's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Nicole gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicole take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Nicole is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nicole will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Nicole?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Nicole will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicole accepting new business clients right now?
Nicole's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Nicole handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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