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Richard Alvin Lewis
also known as Richard A. Lewis
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Biography
Richard A. Lewis, Esq., Past President of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association, and selected as a "Super Lawyer" in 2012 by Super Lawyer Magazine, provides legal services in the areas of Probate, Conservatorships, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Wills and Trust, and Family Law.
In addition to providing legal services to the greater community in the San Fernando Valley and surrounging areas, Richard Lewis is a volunteer mediator in the Family Law Department of the Van Nuys Court and a Fee Dispute Arbitrator for the San Fernando Valley Bar Association Fee Dispute Arbitration Program which Mr. Lewis started during his term as President of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association.
Mr. Lewis' mission is to provide quality legal services to the general public in an efficient manner at a reasonable price.
A war veteran, Mr. Lewis served as a Armored Cavalry Platoon Leader with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Viet Nam where he was awarded the Purple Heart.
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Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Richard A. Lewis
11024 Balboa Boulevard, Unit 1710, Granada Hills, CA, 91344
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Posted by Kevon | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Horrible crappy lawyer
He doesn’t answer his clients he takes there money and don’t help with the case he doesn’t answer phone calls emails or fax and when it’s time to do court every time he’s never prepared didn’t do what he was supposed to do
Posted by Kris | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Service and Advocacy
Richard Lewis is an excellent lawyer who is a true advocate for his clients. He handled our case with grace, ease, and consistent contact. Whether through email or a personal phone call, Richard always kept us up to date with the progress of our case. He's always very courteous and very patient. ...
Posted by Rosanne | November 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Very Pleased Clients
We have been clients of Richard Lewis since 2011. We are very pleased with him being our representative in court and we have also trusted him with other legal matters. Because of Richard Lewis, we were successful in our petition for Removal of Conservatorship, and we will continue to rely on his know...
Posted by Francine | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
Mr. Lewis has been my and my family's attorney for 26 years. He has handled a wide variety of issues, always with honesty and integrity. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Richard Alvin Lewis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Richard. He has done excellent work reviewing prenuptial agreements. He also is the person I turn to with a Probate question. He is calm, humble and reasonable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding experience and credentials."
"Richard is an attorney who can analyze an issue after reviewing all aspects of a problem. He is thoughtful, deliberate and works to resolves issues in an expeditious manner. Howard S. Bodenheimer, Esq. Encino, California"
Joy Miles
Family lawyer
John Rosenberg
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2006
Certificate of Recognition, State of California Senate
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, Callifornia State Assembly
2006
Certificate of Recognition, Office of City Attorney-Los Angeles
2006
Proclamation, Attorney General for State of California
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, City of Los Angeles
1969
Purple Heart, U.S. Army
N/A
Exceptional Achievement Award (Future Interest), Southwestern University School of Law
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Richard A. Lewis
1998 - 1999
Associate, Law Offices of Samuel L. Hart
1978 - 1989
Teacher, Los Angeles Unified School District
1971 - 1976
Lending Officer/Operations Supervisor, Security Pacific National Bank
1968 - 1969
Armored Cavalry Platoon Leader, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, United States Army (Viet Nam)
Associations
2015 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information ServiceMember
2008 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaMember
2007 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
1988 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1988 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of Californiamember
Los Angeles County Bar Association Probate and Estate Planning Section
Member
Beverly Hills Bar Association Probate and Estate Planning Section
Member
San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning Section
Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral and Information Service
Member
Bet Tzedek Legak Services
Past Member, Legal Services Managing Commitee
MultiCultural Bar Alliance
Former SFVBA Representative
Valley Community Legal Foundation
Former Member, Board of Directors
San Fernando Valley Neighborhood Legal Services
Former Member Board of Directors
Beverly Hills Bar Association
Member
2006 - 2007
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationImmediate Past President
2006 - 2009
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationBoard of Trustees
2005 - 2006
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationPresident
2004 - 2005
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2003 - 2004
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationSecretary
2002 - 2003
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationTreasurer
2001 - 2002
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationTrustee
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Etate of Coplan, 123 Cal App.4th 1384, 20 Cal Rpt 3rd 680
Held that a Pesonal Representative's Petition for Fees is not a will contest
Estate of Alvarado
Obtained court permission to take out loan on property to payoff reverse mortgage and pay all costs of administration. House distributed to mom
Education
1988
Southwestern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
California State University, Los Angeles
MA - Masters
1971
California State University, Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Estate Planning Seminar
Estate Planning
Publications
2005
San Fernando Valley Business Journal
New Bar Head Seeks Diversity
2005
Valley Lawyer magazine (SFVBA)
President's Message
1998
California Lawyer Magazine
Heart and Soul Practictioners
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can we get our dad's girlfriend to hand over his property (he passed away recently) that me and my siblings have inherited?
25 Oct 2022
Q&A
How to get a probate case dismissed?
17 Feb 2022
Q&A
Can I block my younger sister from being executor over our dad's probate case?
16 Sep 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Protecting Yourself From Domestic Violence
16 Aug 2020
Legal Guide
Successor Trustee: A Brief Guide
16 Aug 2020
Legal Guide
A Layman's Guide to the Living Trust
15 Aug 2020