Randall Bruce Hicks

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Randall Bruce Hicks

also known as The Stepparent Adoption Center, The Adult Adoption Center

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Adoption Lawyer at Sherman Oaks, CA
Practice Areas: Adoption

15260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 1200, Sherman Oaks, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Randall

Biography

Randall Hicks limits his practice to adoption, mainly step parent and adult adoption. A+ rating by BBB. 39 years experience. Flat-fee pricing. Free Zoom consultation. Serving all California (with offices in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange & Riverside Counties). Over 250 5-star reviews.

Hi, I'm Randy Hicks and I limit my practice to step parent and adult adoption and I've branded my law offices accordingly. Please visit my websites StepparentAdoptionCenter.com and AdultAdoptionCenter.com. Free Zoom consultations, flat-fee pricing & 250+ 5-star reviews across Google/Yelp/Avvo etc.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Adoption 100%

Focusing on stepparent adoption and adult adoption. Practice limited to adoption for 40 years.

40 years | 2,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Stepparent Adoption Center / StepparentAdoptionCenter.org

15260 Ventura Blvd, Suite 1200, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403

stepparentadoptioncenter.org

Law Office of Randall Hicks / RandallHicks.com

11801 Pierce Street #200, Riverside, CA, 92505

stepparentadoptioncenter.org

Stepparent Adoption Center / StepparentAdoptionCenter.com

4025 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 300, San Diego, CA, 92108

stepparentadoptioncenter.org

Stepparent Adoption Center / StepparentAdoptionCenter.com

2030 Main Street, Suite 1300, Irvine, CA, 92614

stepparentadoptioncenter.org

Adult Adoption Center / AdultAdoptionCenter.com

100 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 700, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

stepparentadoptioncenter.org

Online Presence

Other places you can find Randall online.

Randall Bruce Hicks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

197 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Excellent Attorney

Randall Hicks was recommended to us by another attorney. I spoke to Randy on the phone & was very pleased with his knowledge of the reason for my contact, which was for my husband to adopt my two children & provide them with a Certified Birth Certificate, with the name they have used since Kindergar...ten. They are now both adults and have been, in all sense of the word, my husband's children, for all these years. After several phone calls & e-mails I was satisfied that Randy was the attorney I had confidence in and hired him to make the situation a reality. We completed some paperwork, had a conference with all involved and just recently went to Court. It was a real pleasure meeting Randy in person. He is friendly, knowledgeable & made us all feel at ease. Since there were two adoptions by the same adoptive parent, they were allowed to be handled at the same hearing. It was handled very efficiently and quickly. Each of the children were given a Certified copy of the Order for Adoption signed by the Judge. The actual Birth Certificate will arrive in the mail. I would definitely recommend Randall Hicks for this service.

Posted by Crystal | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Experienced Adoption Attorney

Randal helped my husband to adopt my daughter (his stepdaughter). He explained everything thoroughly during our consultation. When challenges arised with the biological father he knew exactly what to do and he helped us through it. We could not have completed the adoption without him. We tried once b...efore to do the adoption without an attorney and it was impossible for us. Randal handled everything for us which made things go much more smoothly. He also made us feel like he cared personally about our family. His fees were very reasonable compared to other attorneys that we considered hiring.

Posted by Eddie | July 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Exellent Attorney.

We retained him 18 years ago. Back in the day his office was on Alessandro St in Riverside. When we first met him he went through the entire process for adopting our baby. We were very surprised on how affordable he was. Usually attorneys are real expensive. We are very glad that we retained hi...m 18 years ago. My daughter will be attending college this year. Thank you Mr Hick.

Posted by Bud | July 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Adult Adoption... Easy. Painless. Excellent!

After years of delaying the adoption of my stepdaughter due to financial and logistical reasons (somehow we were always just too busy to deal with all that paperwork), I discovered Randy Hicks who made the process amazingly simple. After a free consultation of our specific situation and his explanati...on about the whole process, we knew we were in good hands. Randy handled all the paperwork very quickly, sending us review copies for approval and making all the necessary court submissions on our behalf. It was a painless and easy experience from beginning to end, and by the time he accompanied us to the Children's Court of LA for the joyful day of adoption approval, he felt like part of the family. If you're looking for a detail-oriented lawyer who really knows his stuff and can guide you through the adoption process, you won't find a better man to do it. Thanks, Randy!

Posted by Carie | June 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

5 star Experience

After much online research regarding adult adoption I chose Randy Hicks to represent my stepdad and I in becoming legally father and daughter. No matter how old you are the process is filled with many emotions and questions. After my first conversation with Randy I felt immediately at ease and felt t...hat he was the best person to represent me throughout the process. He is s consummate professional, understanding, and thorough. He made the process much easier than I could have anticipated and was always quick to respond to any questions I had or following up our conversations by emailing me with every detail. Yesterday was our adoption court proceeding and I was nervous due to not knowing what to expect. Randy immediately put me at ease and I could feel how much he cared. It was a surreal experience and I could not be happier. I am forever thankful to Randy for everything he did for me and my family and I would highly recommend him.

Randall Hicks

Replied last June 04, 2018

Carie, it was my pleasure. Thanks so much for the great experience of working with you.

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Randall Bruce Hicks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Heidi Collier

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Hicks. He has years of experience, a great reputation in the legal community, and a keen knowledge of how to maneuver a case successfully through the Court system. In addition, Mr. Hicks shows a compassion for his clients. It is clear he truly cares about the families he assists in their legal matters."

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Gary Ritchie

Adoption lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Randy Hicks on several matters and have always found him to be very knowledgeable and easy to work with. My area of practice does not involve adoption law, and it is nice to have a "go to" guy when I need help."

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Colleen Quinn

Adoption lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Randy is an outstanding attorney and adoption advocate - for many years he has produced the book :"Adopting in America - How to Adopt Within One Year" - about to come out in its sixth edition - to assist families in becoming parents. He is a true adoption advocate. As the immediate Past-President of the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys - I am honored to know and endorse him."

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Alison Davis

Adoption lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Randy is a smart, ethical, and competent attorney. As the published author of a definitive guide to adoption, he can be counted upon for accurate advice, as well as prompt communication and vigorous representation."

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Bonnie Hiler

Adoption lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ellen Essig

Adoption lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Randy is smart, responsive and detail-oriented. He practices adoption law with the highest of ethics. Perfect attributes for an adoption attorney."

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Kristine Colburn

Adoption lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Every time I have worked with Randy, I have found him professional, caring and ethical. I highly endorse him."

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Donald Cofsky

Adoption lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Hicks on adoption matters between his state (CA) and mine (NJ). As an adoption attorney myself I found him extremely easy to work with, totally responsive and available, and highly ethical. I was also impressed by the care and concern he had for his clients."

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Diane Michelsen

Adoption lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without qualification. I have worked with him on a number of matters and each has been handled extremely well, in a professionalo, efficient, and caring manner."

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Douglas Donnelly

Adoption lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Randy off and on for years, and have always found him to be knowledgeable, conscientious and ethical."

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Mark Hirabayashi

Adoption lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Randy for many years while practicing in the area of adoption law. He has vast experience handling many types of adoption cases, including intercountry adoptions and re-adoptions. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Ellen Essig

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Kristine Colburn

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Marc Gradstein

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Diane Michelsen

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Client's Choice, Avvo

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2018

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

2018

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2017

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2016

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2006

Author Award, City of Los Angeles, American Business Women's Association

2005

Best Debut Mystery Novel (for The Baby Game), Editors of Mystery Ink

1985

First Place - Nathan Burkan Memorial Writing Competition, ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers)

1985

First Place - F. Lee Bailey National Moot Court Award, National University

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Sole practitioner, Law Offices of Randall Hicks

1991 - 1992

Partner, Nunez and Hicks

1988 - 1992

Sole Practitioner, Law Offices Of Randall Hicks

1986 - 1987

Associate, Law Offices of Christian Van Deusen

Associations

2018 - Present

Academy of California Adoption Lawyers

Member - Membership Committee

2017 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member (A+ rating)

1988 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

1986 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2020 - 2022

Academy of California Adoption Lawyers

Co-Chairperson, Technology

2017 - 2023

Academy of California Adoption Lawyers

Fellow

1994 - 2004

Academy of California Adoption Lawyers

1992 - 2016

American Academy of Adoption Attorneys

Fellow

1988 - 1994

Orange County Adoption Council

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Bridget and Lucy R.

Appellate court ruled for adoptive parents

In Re Wanomi P.

A case won in the California appellate court

Jinny N. v. Superior Court

Adopting mother/petitioner won in appellate court

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Education

1986

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

California State University, Long Beach

MA - Masters

1976

California State University, Fullerton

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Resolve Adoption Seminar

How to adopt

2008

CBS This Morning

legal issues in adoption

2002

Academy of California Adoption Lawyers, practice seminar

Adoption

1997

Mike & Mady Show (NBC)

legal and emotional issues in adoption

1996

The Home Show (Family Network)

legal issues in adoption

1996

North American Council for Adoptable Children (NACAC)

adoption

1996

John and Leeza from Hollywood (NBC)

legal issues in adoption

1991

Adoption Forum (PBS)

Educational TV series on adoption

1990

Orange County Adoption Faire

Adoption

Publications

2017

Randall Hicks authored "Talking About Adoption With Your Child" section ALLY'S BIG BOOK OF FRIENDS: Adoption Stories (Randall Hicks authored section within book)

2008

California Lawyer Magazine In Pro Per: Man of Mystery

2007

How To Non-fiction, Penguin Publishing/Perigee Trade ADOPTION: The Essential Guide to Adopting Quickly and Safely

2005

Fiction novel - WordSlinger Press The Baby Game

2005

How to guide, WordSlinger Press ADOPTING IN AMERICA: How To Adopt Within One Year

1999

1995

Fiction - children's book Adoption Stories for Young Children

1994

Orange County Lawyer Magazine How to Terminate Parental Rights

1993

Resolve National Newsletter Selecting an Adoption Attorney

1989

Orange County Medical Association The Role of the Physician in Adoption

1988

Orange County Psychologist The Psychologist's Role in Adoption

1988

Physician Assistant Alternatives in Adoption

1988

The Female Patient Alternatives in Adoption

1988

Orange County Bar Association How to Handle Adoptions in Orange County

1985

Hastings Communications and Entertainment Law Journal Requiem for a Parody

Languages

English

French

Activity

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