Richard David West

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Richard David West

4.1
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Family Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Alimony ... +4 more

7009 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 130, Orlando, FL

About Richard

Biography

After litigating financially complex and high asset divorces for over 25 years, Richard was one of the first lawyers in Orlando to use collaborative law to help clients successfully move on with the...

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Child Support, Timesharing, Parenting Plans, Paternity

45 years

50%
Divorce and Separation 45%

Collaborative, Contested, Alimony, Equitable Distribution, Mediation

45 years

45%
Alimony 1%

1%
Child Custody 1%

1%
Child Support 1%

1%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

1%
Uncontested Divorce 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 45 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1980

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

West Family Law Group

7009 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Suite 130, Orlando, FL, 32819

westfamilylawgroup.com

Richard David West's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Complete Confidence

I began my process with a different attorney. After being told something incorrect and then having this attorney deny having ever said it, I turned to Richard West. Richard guided me through what is by all accounts one of the worst experiences one can have in a lifetime. He was honest, forthcoming w...ith all facts, no nonsense, smart and knowledgeable in all aspects of the law, not afraid of hard work when it came to depositions and follow up to the depositions and in general gave me good advice throughout. I always felt like I was in good hands. In the end, I felt like we ended with a win/win situation, one which I believe will allow both parties to move forward with their lives.

Posted by Anniceia | August 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

An Extremely Very Happy Satisfied Client

When I retained the West Law Group, my divorce had been lingering for 1.5 years with 3 previous attorneys. Shane Herbert quickly got up to speed on the case and my divorce was final with months of hiring them. Shane did an excellent job with my case. He was personable and very responsive. Although I ...know I wasn't his only client, the attention he showed me made me feel like I was. The settlement he negotiated was extremely better then what the previous attorneys could accomplish. I also met Richard West and had a chance to speak with him. He is also personable and extremely knowledgably. I'm awesomely satisfied with my experience with the West Family Law Group. Also a shout out to their staff, Moutie and Teresa, who were excellent as well.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Definitely Retain

Richard represented me with my marriage dissolution proceedings five years ago and continues to be involved in related matters. He is one of the most kowlegeable and competent attorneys I have met, always taking into consideration not only the economic aspect of the equation, but the emotional impac...t of the process on both sides, which is conducive not only to the successful financial terms of the dissolution agreement, but to the emotional wellbeing of both parties that inevitably will interact together in future family concerns or dissolution related matters. Richard is trustworthy, experienced, and a pleasure to work with within an adversarial situation.

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Employee Benefits

Lack of Attention to Detail

This attorney represented me in 2015/2016 and I had to do much of my own research on some complicated corporate benefits matters. In at least one scenario he advised me incorrectly. He did not advise me accurately about possible outcomes and made initial promises that could never have been kept.

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Richard David West's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Allyson Hughes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard West is the consummate example of professionalism and integrity in the field of marital and family law. I have known Richard over 10 years through my activities with the Florida Bar Family Law Section. Richard is known for being an excellent practicing attorney. Richard, as Past Chair of the Family Law Section, was an astute and effective leader. Today, in addition to practicing law, Richard continues to shape the law by educating new and experienced lawyers as a lecturer and presenter at Continuing Legal Education Programs."

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Shane Herbert

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Orlando 2018 Family Lawyer of the Year, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Orlando 2016 Family Lawyer of the Year, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Recognition, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Recognition, Best Lawyers in America

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Orlando 2012 Family Lawyer of the Year, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founding partner, West Family Law Group

Associations

2006 - Present

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

2006 - 2007

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Board of Governors

2003 - 2004

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Past Chairman

2002 - 2003

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Florida chapter)

Former President

Education

1980

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Universtiy of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

International Aspects of Child Custody

2019

Anual Meeting

Parental Gatekeeping

2012

American Bar Association, Family Law Section, Military Committee

Prenuptial agreements

Languages

English

Activity

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