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Harold William Edgar
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As a Riverside native, Attorney H. William Edgar has earned recognition as one of the top family law attorneys in the Inland Empire. A graduate of Arlington High School and the University of California, Santa Barbara, with degrees in Political Science and History, Mr. Edgar continued his education at Southwestern University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor and becoming an attorney in 1998. Since then, he has committed his career to serving the Riverside community with exceptional legal services.
With over 25 years of legal experience, Attorney Edgar has focused exclusively on family law since founding the Law Offices of H. William Edgar, APLC, in 2004. As the firm’s principal trial attorney, he handles 25-30 trials annually, as well as appellate cases in the California Court of Appeals, including successfully reversing judgments in non-published opinions.
Understanding the emotional and financial toll of family law cases, Attorney Edgar strives to resolve matters amicably whenever possible while being a formidable advocate in court when litigation is necessary. He is known for his personalized approach to cases involving divorce, custody, domestic violence, and spousal support, always prioritizing his clients' best interests and long-term goals.
In addition to his legal practice, Attorney Edgar is the founder of the Edgar Family Foundation, which is dedicated to helping underprivileged soccer players in the local community access opportunities for growth and success. Deeply connected to Riverside, he is respected by judges and peers alike for his professionalism, expertise, and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients.
From Riverside to San Bernardino, Orange County, and Los Angeles courts, Attorney Edgar provides skilled and compassionate legal representation to help clients navigate one of the most challenging periods of their lives with confidence and clarity.
Harold William Edgar, experienced family law attorney serving California since 1998. Specializing in divorce, custody, child support, and spousal support with a focus on personalized service and effective advocacy. Dedicated to guiding clients through life’s most challenging legal matters
We provide compassionate, results-driven representation in divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, and property division. Since 1998, we’ve helped clients navigate family law with expertise, protecting their rights and guiding them toward the best possible outcome.
Experienced in handling hundreds of spousal support cases, including appellate matters, we provide skilled advocacy to ensure fair and equitable outcomes. Whether establishing, modifying, or enforcing alimony, trust in decades of expertise to protect your rights and financial stability
California child support laws can be complex, and using the state calculator effectively requires a skilled attorney. With extensive experience, Harold William Edgar ensures accurate calculations and fair outcomes, whether you’re establishing, modifying, or enforcing child support obligations
"With decades of experience, Harold William Edgar is one of the county's most trusted divorce and separation attorneys. From complex property division to child custody and spousal support, he provides expert guidance and skilled advocacy to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome."
"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 through even the most complex custody disputes.
"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 critical matters effectively."
"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 terms before marriage."
"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 the complexities and protect your rights."
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Family
50%
28 years
Alimony
10%
28 years
Child Support
10%
28 years
Divorce and Separation
10%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-525 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
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Posted by Erin | October 20, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
EXCELLENT POWERHOUSE ATTORNEY
Attorney Bill Edgar has handled all aspects from my divorce proceedings to my high conflict/incredibly challenging custody battles since 2006 to current. I consulted Mr. Edgar in 2006 as a very concerned potential new client and left feeling at ease and like a friend. As a devoted and loyal longt...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2012 | Family
Needed Him In a Pinch and He Really Surprised Me
I used him when he was with his old firm. He was wonderful. Accomplished full custody with a restraining order and supervised visitation for my ex. To this day, I have sole custody and my child is better for it. Domestic violence cases can be hard, but Mr. Edgar showed me that they don't have to be.
Posted by David | October 11, 2013 | Child Support
Find someone else
DO NOT waste your money on this guy. Charged me over $3500 and he got nothing accomplished. Then when he saw the outcome wasnt going to go like he thought, he quit on me. No refund on money, no change in child support, and 5 years later im still married to the Devil.
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2012
Disappointing
Mr. Edgar is not very responsive or very informative, he leaves most everything to his staff and charges for every phone call to him or from him. After a year and lots of money I walked away from this attorneys office as I came, with nothing to show for the expense. He was consistently unfamiliar wit...
Harold William Edgar's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an excellent attorney. He handles his client's matters with both aggression and understanding."
"I endorse Harold. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer.A consumate professional and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended."
Michael Bender
Family lawyer
Gina Famularo
Divorce and separation lawyer
William Bratton
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Martindale-nolo, Client Distinction Award
2017
10.0 rating, AVVO
2014
Top Local Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
N/A
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 SectionChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Child Custody
After trial, Mother's RFO was denied by the court
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
2014
2014
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to I defend myself from false allegations made by ex to get out of paying alimony?
08 Feb 2019
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Can I undo a step parent adoption?
30 Dec 2014
Q&A
What is the best way to write my declaration for a custody hearing (response to FL-300)? Do I include all evidence?
16 Oct 2014