Nicole Blakely

Nicole Blakely is a partner at Coast Law Group LLP in Encinitas, California, where she focuses on transactional business law and general corporate counseling. Ms. Blakely advises entrepreneurs and privately held businesses on entity formation, restructurings, internal company matters, shareholder and member agreements, contracts, vendor agreements, risk management, and dispute resolution. Her practice also includes intellectual property licensing, trademark and copyright protection, business financings, and commercial agreements.

Ms. Blakely earned her J.D. from Tulane Law School, graduating cum laude and receiving a European Practice Certificate. She also earned a B.A. in Anthropology, magna cum laude, from the State University of New York, with a minor in Economics, and an M.A. in European History from the University of California at San Diego. Her education supports a business-focused practice grounded in careful analysis and practical judgment.

Ms. Blakely has experience representing clients across branded products, beverages, medical devices, technology, media and entertainment, internet marketing, and SaaS businesses. She was initially in private practice, focusing on business law and litigation involving contracts, licensing, intellectual property, and commercial property. She later served as General Counsel for Rusty, Inc., then as General Counsel and Vice President of Avalon Capital Group, Inc., and as General Counsel for the Waitt Foundation.

Nicole Blakely has been recognized on the San Diego Daily Transcript’s Top Attorney List for corporate transactional work and was named a finalist for general counsel recognition. Ms. Blakely brings in-house and private practice experience to clients who need practical guidance on growth, ownership, financing, intellectual property, and commercial risk. Her work helps businesses structure relationships, manage disputes, and make informed decisions as they develop and operate.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Coast Law Group LLP
• Member, The State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

EducationThe

• Tulane Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California at San Diego
  Master of Arts (MA)
• State University of New York
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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