also known as Mike Razo
Michael Razo is a Certified Family Law Specialist dedicated to providing exceptional service to clients in a solution-focused and expeditious manner in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Michael’s practice focuses on all aspects of family law, having significant experience litigating and negotiating on behalf of clients in dissolution and paternity actions, child custody and visitation matters, domestic violence proceedings, spousal and child support issues, and division of property.
Michael was born and raised in the Inland Empire. After graduating from the University of California at Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Michael returned to the area to attend the University of La Verne College of Law, where he was awarded an academic scholarship to attend law school. During law school, Michael externed with the Disability Rights Legal Center (DRLC) where he participated in negotiating Individualized Education Plans with school districts to ensure children received the special education services they need.
Upon graduation with the degree of Juris Doctor and admission to the State Bar of California, Michael worked at law firms with offices in Ontario and Riverside. Michael utilizes this valuable litigation experience in exclusively practicing family law, having joined William and Pamela Bratton in January of 2016. Michael believes the firm’s expertise combined with a compassion for its clients allows the attorneys to provide a distinctly unique service to clients who are facing a difficult and emotionally challenging process.
Michael is also active in the Inland Empire legal community as a member of the Riverside County Bar Association (RCBA), San Bernardino County Bar Association (SBCBA), and East West Family Law Council (EWFLC). Michael has presented, and continues to present, continuing legal education to several bar associations and legal organizations on the topics of professional responsibility and competence.
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Acquired: 2011
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4046 Chestnut Street, Riverside, CA, 92501
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Posted by Edwin | September 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
The best attorney there is.
It has been an honor to be represented by Mr. Razo. He helped me dismiss a Domestic Violence Restraining Order case filed against me. From the first contact we had over the phone he saw me as a human being not just another customer. He made feel that my case was his only priority. He took the time to...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Diligent, Knowledgeable. Professional.
Mr. Razo handled my dissolution with the utmost professionalism. He is very knowledgeable and diligent. I am confident that, throughout the entire process, he represented my best interests.
Posted by Peter | February 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
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Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Support
Mr Razo did an outstanding job representing me in my divorce case. He was recommended to me by a friend of mine. Mr Razo was his ex-wife's attorney :). I'm glad I took my friend's advise. I had moved to Texas and my ex was in CA so I was only able to appear at the court hearings or confer with Mr Raz...
Posted by Kevin | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Professional, respected, respectful, no BS family lawyer.
Mr. Razzo and his team showed extensive experience and tact when handling every aspect of the my custody dispute. I am now a 38 year old male with full custody of my two children. He went out of his way to resolve the situation as quickly as possible while pursuing all options. When dealing with your...
"I endorse Mr. Razo. He is a terrific advocate for his clients. I enjoy working with him on cases because he is a consummate professional, honest and ethical, with an excellent knowledge of the law. He is and will be a staple in the family law community for years to come."
"Mr. Razo is knowledgeable, aggressive and a strong advocate for his clients. He maintains the utmost professionalism and is a pleasure to work with. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"Michael Razo is a highly skilled attorney and advocate. He is respected by judges and achieves excellent results for his clients."
"Mike is an excellent attorney and an excellent man. I am proud to have him as friend. If you are looking for an outstanding family law attorney, look no further."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Michael Razo on numerous matters and am always impressed by his ability to focus in on the main issue. He is meticulous, imaginative and aggressive. He is an attorney who doesn't leave any stone unturned and offers the highest level of representation to all his clients, big or small. I was proud to work side by side with Michael and will continue to endorse such an attorney as he shines above many others !!"
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2021
Selected to the 2021 Southern California Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers
2020
Selected to the 2020 Southern California Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers
2020
Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS), Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California
2019
Selected to the 2019 Southern California Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
2022 - Present
Attorney, Bratton & Razo
2018 - 2022
Attorney, Bratton Razo & Lord
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Bratton Bratton & Razo
2013 - 2015
Attorney, Law Offices of Catherine A. Schwartz
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Sabbah & MacKoul, APC
2016 - Present
East West Family Law CouncilMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2011 - Present
Riverside County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
San Bernardino County Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2022
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2021
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2020
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2017
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2016
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2016
Professional Responsibility
2015
MCLE Madness
2014
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