Edward Mclean Lyman III

Edward Mclean Lyman III

also known as Edward Lyman

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 19 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Venice, CA
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Family

1501 Lincoln Boulevard 1058, Venice, CA

About Edward

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 50%

Fearless representation of individuals against government and private entities involved in corruption, deprivation of civil and human rights, police misconduct, unreasonable search and seizure, and discrimination.

19 years | 300 cases

50%
Family 50%

Trial and appeal of complex high net worth, high stakes dissolution of marriage, domestic partnership, parentage, child custody, spousal support, and domestic violence issues.

11 years | 100 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 525-675 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%

Pro bono

10 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Family Legal

1501 Lincoln Boulevard 1058, Venice, CA, 90292

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Edward Mclean Lyman III's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jeanene | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Family Lawyer

I hired Ed after a referral from an attorney in my home state of New Mexico, so that he could litigate a domestic partnership 'divorce' per the laws of the State of California. He was a very good strategist, and I felt comfortable from day 1 that he had my best interests in mind. He communicated ef...fectively, talked me off the ledge of just 'giving in' on more than one occasion, and in the long run helped me save thousands in settlement money as well as additional lawyer fees. He also has a human side and was willing to work with me on payments and didn't nickle and dime me. I hope that I never have to go through litigation again, but if I do, Ed will be my first call.

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Rafal Strzalkowski

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hadi Ramsey

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Edward is an amazing lawyer. If you are in need of representation, I truly believe Edward would advocate your rights to the farthest extent possible and reach a favorable decision for you swiftly."

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Brian Dunn

Civil rights lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I found Mr. Lyman to exhibit an extraordinary work ethic, and his talent and compassion for our client contributed to a positive result on many levels. Moreover, his friendly demeanor and compassionate personality greatly impressed the client. I would give him my highest rating."

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Bayardo Aleman

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Friend

"Ed is a great attorney. He is smart, innovative and hard-working."

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Sergiu Gherman

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Lyman is a persistent and talented litigator. His professional skill is a true asset to his clients."

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Mariel Gerlt

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Ed Lyman. He is a true professional and is passionate, caring, intelligent and dedicated to all his clients. Ed Lyman is an excellent attorney. I have worked with him on several matters and have been inspired by his tenacity, his work ethic and his skill. Ed is a superb choice for anyone seeking representation in an employment discrimination matter, a contract matter or a personal injury case."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

National Business Institute, Advanced Family Law

2004

Book Award in Civil Procedure, First in Class, University of Florida

2003

Excellence in Cable Broadcasting, UMTV

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Trial and Appellate Attorney, Family Legal, A Professional Law Corporation

2015 - 2018

Trial and Appellate Attorney, Walzer Melcher LLP

2009 - 2011

Attorney, The Cochran Firm

2008 - 2008

Attorney / Research in Development, Fremantlemedia North America

2007 - 2014

Attorney, Law Offices of Edward Lyman

2006 - 2009

General Manager/Counsel, Sonicwave Media, LLC

2006 - 2007

Attorney and Law Clerk, Law Offices of Donald Etra

2005 - 2005

Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company

1997 - 1999

Entertainment, Universal Studios, Inc.

Associations

2009 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Plaintiff's Bar

2007 - Present

California State Bar

Attorney

2006 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Family Law Section

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Family Law Section

2005 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Family Law Section

2004 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

Officer

2010 - 2011

California Employment Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Smith v. Agdeppa, City of Los Angeles, 2022 WL 17999612 (9th Cir. 2022)

Published

W.M. v. V.A. (2018) B287735

Supersedeas granted

Fischer v. Fischer (2018) A148551

Publication ordered

W.S. v. S.T. (2018) H042611

Published

In re Marriage of W

Domestic violence restraining order granted

Fischer v. The Superior Court of San Mateo County

Petition denied

In Re: Capitol Films Development LLC

Petition granted

Altman v. Capitol Films Development, LLC

Verdict for Plaintiff

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Education

2006

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Miami

Undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2018

Inns of Court Westwood

Alimony Deduction Repeal: Tax Cut Jobs Act

2017

Family Law Symposium

Gathering electronically stored information (ESI) evidence and litigating in the digital age

2017

Advanced Family Law: Parentage

Advanced Family Law: Parentage

2016

Advanced Family Law

Protecting your client's life estate during divorce

2011

The Great Debate

Whether Violent Video Games Should Be Banned?

2010

The Great Debate

Should Animals Be Used For Experiments?

2010

National Entertainment Law Moot Court Judge

2010

Carpenters Union - Local 409

Employment Discirmination

2008

Supreme Court of Comedy

Legal Analyst, S2E11

2008

National Entertainment Law Moot Court Judge

2007

National Entertainment Law Moot Court Judge

Publications

2018

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) Dividing Pensions and Other Employee Benefits In California Divorces

2018

California Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB) CEB Blog Divorce Is Not any Easier After Trump's Tax Cut

2006

Entertainment Law Review Distribution of Motion Pictures on the Internet

Languages

English

Activity

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