Harold William Edgar

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Harold William Edgar: Attorney with Edgar & Dow
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Distinguished Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

H. William Edgar is a Riverside-based family law attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing clients in divorce, custody, and support matters throughout Southern California. A lifelong member of the Riverside community, Mr. Edgar attended Arlington High School before earning his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He received his Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law and was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1998.

Mr. Edgar is the founder of the Law Offices of H. William Edgar and serves as principal trial attorney. Since 2004, his practice has been devoted exclusively to family law. He handles a wide range of matters, including complex property division, high-conflict custody disputes, and post-judgment modifications. While he works to resolve cases efficiently where appropriate, he maintains an active trial practice and regularly litigates contested matters.

In addition to trial work, Mr. Edgar has experience in appellate practice and has appeared before the California Court of Appeal. He is well-regarded among colleagues and is familiar with the procedures and expectations of courts throughout Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties.

Mr. Edgar understands that family law matters often represent one of the most difficult periods in a client’s life. He provides candid advice, practical guidance, and focused advocacy aimed at achieving workable, long-term solutions.

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Areas of Practice (31)

  • Child Custody
  • Child Support
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Law
  • High Net Worth Divorce
  • Contested Divorce
  • Uncontested Divorce
  • Out of State Custody Proceedings
  • Visitation
  • Child Support Modification
  • Spousal Support
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Alimony
  • Separation Agreements
  • Division of Property
  • Complex Property Division
  • Property Settlement including Businesses, Real Property, Stock Option
  • Paternity
  • Domestic Partners
  • Fathers Rights
  • Grandparents Rights
  • Step Parent Rights
  • Step Parent Adoptions
  • Parental Relocation and Move Aways
  • Military Divorce
  • Military Child Custody
  • Premarital Agreements
  • Post Marital Agreements
  • Termination of Parental Rights
  • Protective Orders
  • Mediation and Collaborative Law
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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California at Santa Barbara, B.A., 1995
Law School Attended:
Southwestern University School of Law, J.D., 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, California
Languages:
Spanish
Birth Information:
Long Beach, California, January 2, 1973
ISLN:
913947973

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$200 - $425/hr
Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Visa
Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.2/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® Distinguished Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.3/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.3/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.3/5.0

  • Communication

    4.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.3/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 01/07/21 in Family Law

    Mr. Edgar is a very experienced Family Law Attorney, practicing in the Riverside, California area. He is well like by his peers and is respected in the legal community for his professionalism and knowledge in family law related matters.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/27/20 in Family Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 12/25/16 in Family Law

    H. William Edgar is among the most forward looking and service oriented attorneys I know. He runs a very good law firm and gives his clients excellent advocacy and service.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 12/11/15 in Family Law

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  • 4.6/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 12/16/16 in Family Law

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  • 4.4/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 01/01/17 in Family Law

    Bill is a strong lawyer, courteous, and effective.

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  • 4.4/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 01/10/16 in Family Law

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  • 4.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/21/17 in Family Law

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  • 4.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 12/19/15 in Family Law

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  • 3.8/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 12/11/15 in Family Law

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Other Legal Directories

Avvo Client Review
4.3/5.0 (100 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
4.6/5.0 (29 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Would definitely recommend, they fight hard for you, and get great results.

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Location

Video Call Options

  • Zoom

Contact Harold William Edgar

Contact Information:

951-946-2363  Phone

951-684-0841  Fax

www.edgarfamilylaw.com

www.edgarfamilylaw.com/about-the-firm/our-team/h-william-edgar

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