$ 425-475 per hour
Jillian K. Duggan-Herd
also known as Jillian Kelly Duggan
About Jillian
Biography
Attorney Duggan-Herd is currently an active member of State Bar of California and practices exclusively Family Law.
Attorney Duggan-Herd is a native Californian who graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of California, San Diego. She then earned her Juris Doctor Degree from Gonzaga University, School of Law in Spokane Washington.
Attorney Duggan-Herd had a successful legal practice wherein she represented her client to successful outcomes in various family law matters including divorce, child custody, support and division of property.
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Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Cage & Miles, LLP
1615 Murray Canyon Rd., Ste 450, San Diego, CA, 92108
Cage & Miles, LLP
16644 W. Bernardo Dr., Ste 201, San Diego, CA, 92127
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Posted by Joyce | October 31, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Recommend!
Thank-you Jillian for advocating for me through one of the most difficult times in my life. Jillian is by far one of the best lawyers in Riverside and has the support of an excellent law firm behind her. I recommend Jillian and the entire office for representation in any divorce case.
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Great Experience
I was very comfortable with this firm. They made the experience turn out to be not as bad as I expected it to be. I walked away from my divorce with my dignity intact and did not feel like my divorce lawyer ended up with more of my money than I did. I felt like this firm protected me and treated me l...
Jillian Duggan-Herd
Replied last October 22, 2014Thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad we were able to provide you with excellent legal service. Take care.
Posted by Sandy | October 22, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Remarkable Office
Heather Cullen and her remarkable staff, including Attorney Duggan-Herd, helped me with my divorce and custody case. They were there for every step of the way. I felt very alone in the court process until I hired her office. I felt that “I got what I paid for”. The whole staff was professional an...
Jillian Duggan-Herd
Replied last October 22, 2014Thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad we were able to provide you with excellent legal service. Take care.
Posted by Arnold | October 22, 2014 | Family
Excellent Legal Advice
I appreciate the time and thoughtfulness that was given to me and my case. My case involved difficult issues and I was provided excellent legal advice. The Law Office of Heather Cullen, including Attorney Jillian Duggan-Herd, was aggressive and focused and I would refer to anyone going through a fami...
Jillian Duggan-Herd
Replied last October 22, 2014Thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad we were able to provide you with excellent legal service. Take care.
Posted by Tim | October 22, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
The Law Office of Heather Cullen fought for me
I would recommend the Law Office of Heather Cullen to represent any of my friends or family in any type of divorce or custody case. Everyone in her office was pleasant to deal with. I received help from all of the attorneys in the office, including Attorney Duggan-Herd, and I was always treated res...
Jillian Duggan-Herd
Replied last October 22, 2014Thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad we were able to provide you with excellent legal service. Take care.
Jillian K. Duggan-Herd's Lawyer Endorsements
"I unequivocally endorse Jillian Kelly Duggan for her skills and expertise in the field of family law. She is a tireless advocate who strives to achieve the optimal results for her clients."
"I endorse Jillian Kelly Duggan. When you ask Ms. Duggan a question, you never leave asking yourself "where's the beef"? When it comes to Family Law, she is precise, to the point, and delivers immediately with a most comprehensive response as possible; only limited by the amount of information you have provided to her. I would certainly encourage anyone with family law problems in the Riverside, California area to contact Ms. Duggan."
"Jillian is a great attorney and advocate for clients. She is extremely knowledgeable and has her clients best interests at heart. I endorse this lawyer."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services"
"Jillian Duggan-Herd is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and her clients sing her highest praises. She aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her."
"Great lawyer. She was born to fight."
"Jillian is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Duggan is a highly valuable contributor to the AVVO community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Duggan is an expert in Family law and a valuable contributor to the AVVO community."
"Attorney Duggan is respected by colleagues and is dedicated to the field and his clients. He is strategic, compassionate and a relentless attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. His experience makes him uniquely qualified to provide the practical advice that matters most to clients. I endorse this attorney because, in addition to those qualities, I know that he can be trusted to handle the case to the best of his ability."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Duggan provides a much needed service on Avvo. She donates her time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"If you live in California you can choose from thousands of divorce and family law lawyers. However, If you need to win, you need Attorney Jillian K. Duggan, Esq. on your side. She is one of America's Best Lawyers. I endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Duggan provides a much needed service on Avvo. She donates time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jillian is a strong advocate and truly cares about her clients. I would highly recommend her to those seeking a divorce or family law attorney."
"Attorney Duggan-Herd is an exceptional attorney and is dedicated to the personal advocacy of each of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jillian is very fair and works with opposing counsel to resolve the issues facing our clients."
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"Hardworking and determined. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
New-Hire Employee of the Year, Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC
2017
Top Lawyer Law Firm (Firm Attorney), Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Divorce Lawyer of the Year 2017-Riverside County [Firm Attorney], North America News
2017
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys [Firm Attorney], American Jurist Institute
2017
10 Best Attorney re Client Satisfaction [Firm Attorney], American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Leading Lawyers (Firm Attorney), Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Law Lawyers [Firm Attorney], The National Advocates
2017
Top 10 Family Law Firm (Client Satisfaction) [Firm Attorney], American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Top 100 Lawyers (Firm Attorney), American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Who's Who of the Inland Empire (Firm Attorney), Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Top 10% Law Firm in Country (Firm Attorney), Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Senior Associate Attorney at Top Lawyer Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2016
Top 10 Best Family Law Attorney in California (Firm Attorney), American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Firm - Attorney, Lawyer of Distinction
2016
10 Best Firm in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
The National Advocates, Top 40 Under 40!
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Senior Associate Attorney in Top Lawyer Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2015
Strengh in Client Advocacy, Law Office of Heather Cullen
2015
Top 10 Law Firm re: Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2014
Strength in Client Advocacy, Law Office of Heather Cullen
2014
Distinguished Client Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Senior Associate Attorney at Top Lawyer Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2014
Attorney at Top Lawyer Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2013
Senior Associate Attorney at Top Lawyer Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2013
Excellent Client Service, Law Office of Heather Cullen
2012
Methods and Practice Distinction Award, The Law Office of Heather Cullen
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Trial Attorney, Cage & Miles, LLP
2018 - Present
Temporary Judge, Riverside Superior Court
2018 - 2019
Attorney, Holstrom, Block & Parke
2012 - 2018
Attorney at Law, The Law Office of Heather Cullen, APC
Associations
2018 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2010 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2015 - 2017
The Leo A. Deegan Inn of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
IRMO Smith (Name Modified for Anonymity)
Wife received primary custody, child and spousal support. Division of Property was amicable. Wife received large buy out for interest in business. Attorney fees also awarded.
IRMO Smith (Name Modified for Anonymity)
Divorce granted. Permanent restraining order protecting client and child. Sole legal and physical custody to client. No spousal support paid by client. Child support and attorney fees payable by opposing party.
Education
2010
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Team Training
Presentation of Evidence at Trial
2015
The Leo A. Deegan Inn of Court
The Effects of Television Legal Dramas on Perceptions of the Legal Profession
2014
Team Training
Micro-Aggressions in the Workplace
2014
NBC News: Press Conference
Family Law: Paternity & Custody
2014
KTLA News: Press Conference
Family Law (Paternity)
2014
CBS News: Press Conference
Family Law (Child Custody)
2013
Legal Advancement Training
Trial Rules and Application During Trial
Publications
2016
The Law Office of Heather Cullen
Memorandum of Case Strategy re John Doe
2015
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Memorandum of Points and Authorities re Psychotherapist-Patient Communication
2015
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support of Attorney Fees per FC 271
2014
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Memorandum of Points and Authorities re Division re Request to Set-Aside Default Judgment
2012
Superior Court of California, County of Riverside
Memorandum of Points and Authorities re Child Support Arrears
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