Team

The Griffin Firm - Keller/Alliance Attorney

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Nicole Carroll

Family Law Attorney

Nicole Carroll is a highly sought-after Southlake family law attorney. She has been practicing law for more than two decades and has vast experience handling multifaceted family law cases, including complex divorce, contentious child custody, and high-asset property division.


Known for her compassionate approach and strong advocacy skills, Nicole has successfully guided hundreds of Southlake individuals and families through challenging legal situations. In some cases, that meant a collaborative approach that kept the case out of the court, while in others, it meant a fierce fight before a judge. Her commitment to helping families find the best solution for their unique situation has made her one of the most sought-after family law attorneys in Southlake.


A former law firm owner who has been through sensitive family law matters, Nicole understands these cases are not just about legal issues. They have a profound emotional impact on individuals and families. That's why she handles them with the utmost discretion and care, taking time to listen to clients' concerns and goals before developing a tailored legal strategy.


Background

In addition to being a highly skilled family law attorney and mediator, Nicole is deeply committed to the Southlake community. She has lived in Southlake since 1994, is raising her two children there, is actively involved in White Chapel Methodist Church, and loves Dragon football games.


Her commitment to her community and her clients makes her an exceptional family law attorney who truly cares about the well-being of those she serves.


Fun Fact

Nicole loves to travel and play tennis.


Education

  • Texas A & M University School of Law, Juris Doctor, 1997
  • University of North Texas, Bachelor of Business Administration, 1993


Practice Areas

  • High asset, complex divorce
  • Contested and uncontested divorce
  • Property division
  • Spousal maintenance
  • Divorce temporary orders
  • Child custody, support, and modification
  • Child visitation, possession, and access
  • Collaborative law
  • Paternity
  • Grandparents' rights
  • Enforcement of existing orders
  • Adoptions


Honors, Awards, Memberships

  • Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers, 2025
  • Top Lawyer, Southlake Style, 2021 - present
  • Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine, 2020 - present
  • Top Attorney, 360 West, 2024 - present
  • Member, State Bar of Texas
  • Member, State Bar of Texas Family Law Section
  • Member, Tarrant County Family Bar Association
  • Member, Tarrant County Bar Association
  • Member, State Bar College


Admissions

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Northern District of Texas
  • US Supreme Court



Lamour Kongaika

Senior Paralegal

Lamour Kongaika is a senior paralegal at The Griffin Firm, where she works with partner Wade L. Griffin, Jr. She assists with document drafting, legal research, case management, and trial preparation, among other duties. Lamour has been working alongside Griffin for the better part of two decades, making them a formidable team with a wealth of knowledge and experience.


Lamour understands the sensitive nature of family law matters, including divorce, custody disputes, and high-asset division. She works diligently to provide personalized attention and support to each client, ensuring they are well-informed and understood during challenging times.


She is known for her exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle complex cases with ease. She is an invaluable asset to the firm and essential to its success.


Background

The daughter of Tongon immigrants, Lamour and her four siblings spent their early childhood in Hawaii before they moved to North Texas. She grew up in Euless, where she graduated from Trinity High School.


Lamour earned a bachelor's degree in merchandise and marketing from Texas Women's University and later obtained her paralegal certification. After college, she worked as a paralegal in the Child Support Division of the Texas Attorney General's Office, where Griffin was a managing attorney. When Griffin moved on to private practice and later opened his own firm, he asked Lamour to join him. She has served as his head paralegal ever since.

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Sarah Griffin

QDRO Specialist

Sarah Griffin is a QDRO Specialist at The Griffin Firm, where she provides invaluable support to the firm's partners and attorneys. With 15 years in family law, she is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience managing complex cases, including those involving Qualified Domestic Relations Orders, or QDROs.


The Griffin Firm is one of only a few firms in Texas that handles QDROs in-house for our clients, as well as for other lawyers throughout the state. Sarah is an integral part of our QDRO team, working closely with attorneys to draft and file QDROs in a timely and efficient manner.


Beyond her work on QDROs, Sarah is a highly skilled legal paralegal, well-versed in all aspects of family law. In addition to providing comprehensive support to the firm's legal team, she also serves as a valuable resource for clients, providing guidance and assistance through what is often a very difficult and emotional process.