Harold William Edgar

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Harold William Edgar

also known as Bill Edgar, H. William Edgar

4.5
129 reviews
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Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Alimony, Child Support ... +5 more

3895 12th Street, Riverside, CA

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About Harold

Biography

Proven family law trial attorney handling complex divorce and custody cases with disciplined strategy, strong advocacy, and results-driven representation.

Family law cases require disciplined strategy and precise execution. Whether addressing divorce, custody, or support, the outcome depends on how effectively the facts and financial issues are presented. Edgar & Dow represents clients in both negotiated resolutions and contested litigation, with a fo

Spousal support, commonly referred to as alimony, is one of the most contested issues in a divorce. California law requires the court to evaluate multiple factors, including income, earning capacity, length of the marriage, and the marital standard of living. At Edgar & Dow, we guide clients through

Child support is driven by a statutory formula, but the outcome depends on how income, expenses, and timeshare are calculated. Errors in financial disclosures or guideline inputs can significantly affect the result. Edgar & Dow represents clients in complex child support matters, ensuring that calcu

Divorce and separation require a disciplined legal strategy from the outset. Key issues—including asset division, spousal support, and custody—must be addressed with precision and supported by accurate financial information. Edgar & Dow represents clients in both negotiated resolutions and contested

Custody disputes require careful preparation and a clear strategy. Courts evaluate the best interests of the child, but outcomes often depend on how facts are presented and supported. Edgar & Dow represents parents in contested custody matters, focusing on protecting parental rights and securing wor

Domestic violence allegations carry immediate and significant consequences, including restraining orders, custody restrictions, and potential long-term impact on your record. These cases require prompt action, careful preparation, and a disciplined presentation of evidence. Edgar & Dow represents cl

A prenuptial agreement allows parties to define their financial rights and obligations before marriage. When properly prepared, it can provide clarity, protect separate property, and reduce the risk of future disputes. Edgar & Dow assists clients in drafting and reviewing enforceable agreements tail

Military family law cases involve unique issues such as jurisdiction, deployment, and division of military retirement. Edgar & Dow represents service members and spouses in divorce, custody, and support matters with a focus on practical, enforceable results.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Family 50%

Family Law includes custody, visitation, child and spousal support, property division and domestic violence

28 years

50%
Alimony 10%

All aspects of spousal support including getting an initial order, modifying and terminating the existing order.

28 years

10%
Child Support 10%

All aspects of child support including actions with the Department of Child Support Services

28 years

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

All aspects of divorce and separation, including child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division and domestic violence

28 years

10%
Child Custody 8%

Harold William Edgar is an experienced and knowledgeable child custody attorney, dedicated to protecting your parental rights and advocating for your child’s best interests. With a deep understanding of custody laws, he provides skilled guidance thro

28 years

8%
Domestic Violence 5%

With extensive experience in family law, Harold William Edgar has successfully prosecuted and defended domestic violence cases. Whether seeking protection or defending against allegations, he provides skilled advocacy to navigate these sensitive and

28 years

5%
Military Law 5%

With years of experience handling divorces involving service members and their ex-spouses, Harold William Edgar understands the unique challenges of military divorce, including benefits, pensions, and custody issues. Trust his expertise to navigate t

28 years

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 2%

Skilled in drafting and negotiating premarital and prenuptial agreements, Harold William Edgar ensures your rights and assets are protected. With expert attention to detail, he provides personalized solutions to help couples establish clear and fair

28 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-525 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019 2018
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Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Edgar & Dow

3895 12th Street, Riverside, CA, 92501

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41870 Kalmia Street, Suite 115, Murrieta, CA, 92562

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1855 W Katella Ave Suite 265, Anaheim, CA, 92867

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77-711 Flora Road Suite 203, Palm Desert, CA, 92211

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Harold William Edgar's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

129 Client Reviews


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Reviewers frequently commend the lawyer and their team for their effectiveness in achieving positive outcomes in complex family law cases, highlighting their knowledge, professionalism, and supportive communication. A smaller number of reviews also mention concerns regarding responsiveness or the lawyer's direct presence in court.

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Posted by Naomi | November 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Simply the Best!!!

My husband and I hired Law Office of H. William Edgar to represent us in a “Move Away” request to the Hemet, California Family Court in summer of 2015 focused on our 12 year old son. His staff is of the utmost professionalism paying special accolades to his paralegal Amy. We have been involved in cu...stody issues for years with my ex-husband and have documented a substantial amount of information. Amy was always professional, timely, considerate, and understanding of our questions and substantial amount of information we provided to better support our case. At no time did we ever feel as though we were just another client, they went above and beyond to ensure we were always treated as important and a priority. Prior to our day in court, we flew into California and met with Mr. Edgar to go over the court proceedings and his plan for court. Mr. Edgar inspired pure confidence and never once showed us any doubt of his commitment and professionalism to our case. Upon completion of our day in court, Amy continued to keep us informed of the courts processing of the decision and always made time for us. His retainer and hourly rates are more than fair and well worth every penny. It is without any hesitation that I recommend the Law Office of H. William Edgar for those seeking legal counsel. We will continue to seek his legal expertise on future court dates, as for us, he is the only lawyer we want representing our family’s needs!!!!

Posted by Kelly | October 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Family lawyer

MR. Edgar was quick to help me, he made me feel comfortable and made sure I understood everything that was going on. He helped me fight for my children not once but twice in a very short period of time. Both times I won my case and now my children are happy and safe. His staff is polite, courteous..., and are a phone call away if you ever need anything. I would recommend this firm to anyone who is seeking custody after a divorce. Mr Edgar is very knowledgeable and he is not a money hungry lawyer. He does what is right and he is very reasonable. I would hire him again if I ever needed to go to family law again.

Posted by Nicole | July 31, 2015

Outstanding Attorney and staff

Mr. H. William Edgar, is a wonderful attorney I hired him for my Child support case. He kept me informed the whole time, Tonya the paralegal was excellent she answered my calls and was very helpful when I had any questions. Mr. Edgar appeared on all of my hearings and was very well prepared every tim...e. He won my difficult case and now I am a very happy Client. I would definitely recommend him for anyone else that is going through a tough child support case.

Posted by Megan | April 10, 2015

Helpful Team

Mr. Edgar and his team were very helpful in assisting with my divorce and resolving my additional child custody needs issues. They took care of all the details for me, and kept me informed every step of the way.

Posted by Steven | November 21, 2014

Hard working attorney

I've had Mr. Edgar for the past two years and he's been a great attorney. I am involved with a very tough custody battle and he's always been there for appearances fighting for my children and myself. His staff is extremely friendly and hard working. I most likely will retain him to the end. I ce...rtainly recommend him as a good family law attorney. Protip: Best thing to do in family law battles is make it about the children and what's best for them. Refrain from fighting just to get back at the other party. Fight for what's right and good for the children. They are the one's that will ultimately lose. Be the better, honest and forthright party and it will be what's best for the children.

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Harold William Edgar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Bender

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Bill on a number of matters and he is always professional and focused on getting the best resolution. He is definitely one of the attorney's you like to have on the other side of a case."

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John Cannon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Edgar is an excellent attorney. He represents his clients very well, yet is easy to work with and tries to find a solution to the issue between the parties."

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Gina Famularo

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bill for several years and have had him as opposing counsel on a number of cases. Bill is a very good attorney. He is knowledgable of the law and a good advocate of his clients."

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Rebecca Perkins

Family lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Lillard

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an excellent attorney. He handles his client's matters with both aggression and understanding."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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William Bratton

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.A consumate professional and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended."

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Michael Bender

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Gina Famularo

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Martindale-nolo, Client Distinction Award

2017

10.0 rating, AVVO

2014

Top Local Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine

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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Managing Attorney, Edgar & Dow

2004 - 2023

Owner, Law Office of H. William Edgar

2000 - 2004

Attorney, Law Office of Deller, Edgar and Porter

1998 - 2000

Attorney, Law Office of H. William Edgar

1996 - 1996

Law Clerk, Orange County Superior Court

Associations

2010 - 2012

Riverside County Bar Family Law Section

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Child Custody

After trial, Mother's RFO was denied by the court

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Education

1998

Southwestern Law School

JD

1995

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

RCBA

Attorney Fees and Retainer Agreements

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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