Awards and Honors

Awards and Honors

Nicole D’Ambrogi has been recognized throughout her legal career for professional excellence, community service, leadership, veteran advocacy, and dedication to expanding access to justice. Her work as an attorney, educator, military veteran, and community leader has earned recognition from legal organizations, educational institutions, veteran organizations, and regional publications throughout California and San Diego County.

Professional Recognition

    • Rising Star, Super Lawyers (2016–2026)
    • Superb 10.0 Avvo Rating, Top Attorney in Estate Planning
    • Women of Influence in Law Honoree, SD Business Journal (2023)
    • 40 Under 40, SD Metro Magazine (2023)
    • VIP Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional Women

Leadership & Community Service

    • President’s Pro Bono Service Award, State Bar of California (2015)
    • Top 50 Veteran Business Leaders of Influence Honoree, San Diego Business Journal (2023)
    • Trailblazer Award, California Department of Veterans Affairs (2016)
    • Women Resiliency Award, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (2015)
    • Powerhouse Patriot Award (2014)

Military & Veteran Recognition

    • San Diego Military Hero Award, Channel 10 and Coleman University (2014)
    • Veteran of the Year, American Combat Veterans of War (2014)

Academic Honors

    • Adjunct Professor of the Year, Thomas Jefferson School of Law (2020)
    • Alumna of the Year, Thomas Jefferson School of Law (2019)
    • Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges (2013)
    • Veterans Clinic Alumni Scholarship (2012)
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