Who We Are

Nicole Y. Newman, Esq.*

Nicole formed Newman Law Group to fulfill her dream of throwing out the old, broken down model of the estate planning industry where documents are prepared and no real relationship with the client is formed.  Instead, Nicole aims to become a trusted source to guide her clients through the complicated and often confusing maze of financial and legal decisions to create plans that ensure the well-being of their families and the accomplishment of cherished family goals. Her considerable legal expertise includes family protection, wealth preservation, and values-based planning, as well as planning strategies for unmarried couples and divorced individuals. Nicole also excels in guiding her clients to pass on more than just their financial wealth, but their far more valuable intangible wealth – who they are and what is important to them.

Nicole resides in Anaheim Hills with her daughter, Jilana, and their two dogs.

*Nicole Y. Newman is only licensed to practice law in California.

Christian Bjarnson, Esq.*

Christian Bjarnson has always had a strong desire to help others and their families. Estate planning for new families with small children through wills and kids protection plans is of special importance to him. Christian is a graduate of the S.J. Quinney College of Law, Salt Lake City He lives in Sandy, Utah with his wife and two sons.

*Christian Bjarnson is only licensed to practice law in Utah.

Lourdes "Lou" Cirignano, Client Services Coordinator

Always bubbly and full of energy, Lou is the first person you will turn to for any questions you have before and during the estate planning process. With Lou’s patient and friendly demeanor she can make the seemingly daunting experience of estate planning more understandable and warm. Moonlighting as a bookkeeper, Lou has the skills to ensure that the business side of Newman Law Group runs smoothly so Nicole can focus all her energy on providing an exceedingly high degree of service to her clients and their families. When Lou is not busy keeping Newman Law Group organized, she loves to spend time her horse, Melvin, and her two dogs.

Nikki Harris, Legal Assistant

Nikki is often thought of as the “muscle” behind Newman Law Group. We turn her loose when lenders and/or creditors are not playing fair with our clients. Her no-nonsense approach relieves our clients of the burden of dealing with aggressive and unorganized institutions. When she is not busy keeping Newman Law Group on the straight and narrow, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband, her daughter, and her son.

Mohammad Sarabi, J.D., Funding Coordinator and Professional Problem Solver

With his degree and background in finance and a law degree under his belt, we are fortunate to have Mohammad handle all of your trust funding needs. Whether Mohammad takes the lead for all your trust funding or you do it yourself, Mohammad has the knowledge and experience to answer all your questions or concerns.