Nicole Brien holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs and a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American and Iberian Studies from Carroll College. Currently serving as a Legal Assistant at Novara Tesija Catenacci McDonald & Baas PLLC since May 2023, Nicole possesses extensive experience in legal support roles, including previous positions as Executive Assistant/Legal Assistant at Kopka Pinkus Dolin and Legal Assistant at Seward Peck & Henderson PLLC. Throughout a diverse career spanning from 2004 to the present, Nicole has contributed to various firms specializing in litigation and consumer rights, participated in diverse and inclusion initiatives, and engaged in client intake processes. Prior to entering the legal field, Nicole was involved in financial services and life insurance sectors, demonstrating a broad skill set and adaptability in professional environments.