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Johnny M Riddick

4.7
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 42 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Business

505 Capitol Ct NE Ste 100, Washington, DC

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Licensed in District of Columbia for 42 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1983

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Johnny M Riddick & Associates

505 Capitol Ct NE Ste 100, Washington, DC, 20002

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Johnny M Riddick's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 33 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Tina | March 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

How Attorney Riddick and Associates Secured Our Family’s Legacy Against All Odds!"

Our family is forever grateful to Johnathon Riddick and Associates for their unwavering dedication to helping us retain our family property. This was no ordinary case—the property's existence preceded the current laws governing family transfers, making the process complex and time-consuming. Yet, Att...orney Johnathon Riddick remained steadfast in his commitment through every challenge. He made a promise that he would see it through to completion, and he did just that. His diligence, perseverance, and generosity with his time were unmatched. Working with him and his friendly, positive staff was an absolute pleasure. They exemplify what it means to serve the community with excellence—always professional, always determined, and always with a smile. On behalf of Eather Fisher and her descendants, we extend our deepest gratitude. Thank you for making what seemed impossible, possible! — The Fisher Descendants

Posted by Samantha | March 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best possible outcome!!!

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional representation provided by Attorney Johnny Riddick during my recent divorce case, which spanned a yearlong process. From the moment I enlisted his services, Mr. Riddick displayed unparalleled professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication t...o achieving the best possible outcome for me and my children. One aspect of Mr. Riddick's approach that truly stood out was his remarkable kindness and respect towards everyone involved in the proceedings, including the opposing attorney and the plaintiff. Despite the inherent tensions and adversarial nature of divorce litigation, Mr. Riddick consistently maintained a demeanor of civility and empathy, fostering an atmosphere of cooperation and mutual respect. His ability to navigate the complexities of the legal process with such grace and diplomacy was truly remarkable. Thanks to Mr. Riddick's astute legal strategies and tireless advocacy, I was able to secure sole custody of my two children, ensuring their well-being and security remained the utmost priority. Additionally, Mr. Riddick skillfully negotiated for me to retain possession and ownership of the marital home, providing stability and a sense of continuity for my family during this challenging transition. Throughout the entirety of my case, Attorney Riddick demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism and integrity. He approached every aspect of the proceedings with meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to securing a favorable outcome on my behalf. His guidance and expertise were invaluable assets, providing me with confidence and peace of mind during what was undoubtedly a difficult and emotionally taxing experience. In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Attorney Johnny Riddick to anyone in need of legal representation for their divorce case. His exceptional skills, compassionate demeanor, and unwavering dedication to his clients make him a truly exceptional advocate above approach. I am profoundly grateful for his assistance and could not have asked for a better ally during this challenging time.

Posted by ES | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Outcome - Terrific Lawyer!

I was referred to Mr. Riddick by another lawyer. The lawyer told me that Mr. Riddick was a great attorney. My matter involved gaining more access to my only child, a son. My son's mother wanted sole custody and for me to have much less visitation. I explained the situation to Mr. Riddick, and... he gave me his thoughts and advice on how best to proceed. Mr. Riddick talked to me in a way that made sense, and it was clear that we was quite experienced. The case took a little less than a year to conclude, but was just resolved favorably for me. Instead of my child's mother getting sole custody, I kept joint custody and got almost double the time I had been getting. For sure, I got a great result. But I received more than good legal advice. Mr. Riddick encouraged me in other areas of my life, including pushing me to purchase a home, which I am preparing to do, and maintaining a proper relationship with my son's mother, who can be a very difficult person. I feel like I have really grown as a young man while the case was pending. The case is now over. And Mr. Riddick treated me really well. He is a terrific lawyer.

Posted by Larry E. H. | October 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Outcome in an Extremely Complex Case

My wife's co-worker referred me to Mr. Riddick. Her co-worker told her that Mr. Riddick was thorough, thoughtful, and would get the job done. My case was very complex. I got divorced twenty years ago, and my former attorney DID NOT take care of the pension and retirement issues. So my pension an...d retirement grew substantially. My ex-wife then came back asking for a huge amount of money from both sources of my retirement, including money that I had earned in a government retirement savings plan. Without stating the amount, I will say it was quite substantial. My current wife and I met with Mr. Riddick, and after he explained his thoughts about how we should proceed, hired him the same day. It was clear that he understood the complexity of our case. My wife and I both felt totally comfortable with him, and he showed great compassion. I recall him even asking my wife would she stick by me through this situation. My wife said that she would. Because of the COVID pandemic, our case was delayed for almost two years in the court system. During that time, we attended an Alternative Dispute Resolution meeting, and reached what we thought was a great resolution to the case. Then my ex-wife tried to back out of the agreement. Mr. Riddick had to file a very complex motion to enforce the agreement, which had been oral. We actually had to have a difficult court hearing in the matter. After the trial, however, the court rendered a decision which ended the matter in our favor. As a result, I have saved hundreds of thousands of dollars in my retirement accounts, and my current wife, if anything happens to me, will receive all of my retirement and survivor's benefits. My ex-wife no longer has any interest in any of my retirement benefits. This was a fabulous outcome. And my wife and I were treated so well during the process. Great legal work and great treatment as clients. I definitely recommend him.

Posted by Fran | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Excellent Outcome in Complex Million Dollar Legal Matter

I was referred to Mr. Riddick by a close personal friend. She indicated she had used his services in years past and was very pleased with his services. My matter involved a million dollar trust left to myself and a sibling. My sibling sued me, and hired a prominent lawyer to represent him. I w...ent to Mr. Riddick to defend me. When I explained my case to Mr. Riddick, he asked what was the outcome that I wanted. I told him I wanted to keep the home I grew up in, which was the biggest part of the trust. My Riddick told me he would work towards that goal. After one year of litigation, I got exactly what I wanted. I got to buy-out my sibling's interest in the home for less than half the home's current value, and I got to keep all of the money in the trust accounts, which was significant. Needless to say, I am quite happy with the outcome. Mr. Riddick worked tirelessly in this matter, and treated me exceptionally well. I recommend him highly.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

1984 - 2016

Principal, Johnny M. Riddick and Associates

1983 - 1984

Legislative Assistant - Committee on the Judiciary, D.C. City Council

1982 - 1983

Law Clerk, D.C. Office of People's Counsel

1981 - 1982

Law Clerk, Reynolds, Mundy, Anderson & Gibson

Education

1981

Antioch School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Allentown College of St. Francis de Sales

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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