Michael Anthony Razo

Michael Anthony Razo

also known as Mike Razo

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

4046 Chestnut Street, Riverside, CA

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Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

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Bratton & Razo

4046 Chestnut Street, Riverside, CA, 92501

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Michael Anthony Razo's Reviews

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79 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dee | October 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Are you a dad looking for fair custody?

We have been clients of Mike Razo since February 2024 and it was the best decision we have ever made. He was not the first lawyer that represented us in the case for custody of our daughter. We had been fighting for primary custody since 2017 and spent tens of thousands of dollars in the process. Whe...n we retained Bratton and Razo, Mike was able to do what no other lawyer had been able to do in a fraction of the time, money, and headache. We now have 80% custody and he made that happen without us having to spend thousands of dollars and months of time on psychiatric evals like the previous lawyers all told us was necessary. Every step of the process went as smoothly as a custody case could go and every opportunity the court gave us, Mike got us closer to our goals. In just four months, we were granted primary custody and after eight months, we now have permanent orders from the court granting nearly everything we had hoped for. Our daughter is now in a home where she is free to grow to her full potential. She is at school every day, on time. She has the clothes and supplies she needs to succeed, and she is no longer in positions that no eight-year-old should have to be in. We have Mike Razo to thank for that. We will forever be grateful for what he has done for our family. He showed up to every court appearance on time and ready to present our case with full confidence. He was easy to reach and quick to respond to our calls and emails. I highly recommend Bratton and Razo to anyone who is fighting for their son or daughter’s future. If you have lost nearly all hope in the family law system like we had just eight short months ago, I recommend giving Mike Razo a shot.

Posted by Arriana | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

TRO and Dissolution Case

Mr. Razzo did a phenomenal job representing me during a very emotional and stressful time. His litigation skills and professionalism allowed him to represent me in court with ease and efficiency. He is timely, informative and knowledgeable. He and his staff are always available to answer all and any ...questions.

Posted by David | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My review of my hired attorney Michael Razo in the divorce case .

I hired Michael Razo to be my attorney in my divorce case starting in August 2016. I know that everybody has the assumption that their divorce case may have been very difficult and extreme. Mine was nothing short of that to say the least. At the time in August 2016 my now ex-wife, left the house a...nd was not speaking to me and took our then 15 year old daughter with her and was not allowing me to see her or talk to her at all. Many harsh allegations were being made against me. At the time my situation looked very bleak. My ex-wife was not speaking to me at all and I was unable to see or speak with my fifteen-year-old daughter for 6 months. My divorce case was a unusual difficult one. Much more difficult than the average so I was told by counselors child protective services and the mediator as well as the judge. I was heartbroken and in very much distressed through most of the first year of the divorce process. My family had been torn apart and I was unable to speak or see my very much love daughter. Thanks to the expertise Mr. Razo , we began a loan challenging Journey to get my daughter back into my custody and out of a very dangerous situation. This task was not an easy one to communicate to the judge, counselors and Social Services. Thanks to Mr. Razo and being an experienced attorney and knowing the best directions to go and the best professionals to go to to help my situation as far as court order counseling for my daughter and other professionals that could help my case. He knew the best people to go to. This was a very vital part of my case that allowed me to get custody 100% of my daughter. Mr. Razo is a very professional attorney, which I witnessed him taking a very difficult case and presenting the matter in front of the court in a manner that clarified exactly what was going on and how my case should be ruled in order to receive a full custody of my daughter. Mr. Razo is also a very compassionate attorney. He believes in Family Values and he understood my heartbreak and the stress that I was under. He was always available for any questions that I had and explained everything in great detail so I could understand. Mr. Razo was excellent in returning phone calls in a timely manner and presenting the information in a clear way so that I understood whatever needed to be accomplished. Mr. Razo was also able to negotiate my financial situation to the best possible scenario that would work for me. Although my divorce was an expensive one, it could have been worse if we had gone to trial and I could have had things lingering in the balance for a long time. However we were able to negotiate an agreement that would allow me to pay her out and keep the house at a price that I was able to move on with my life. Mr. Razo is an excellent attorney he knows his trade, he knows other professionals that could help, such as counselors in the area of Riverside and he knows the law and will give you the best sound advice for your situation. He is not an attorney that will lead you down a rabbit Trail. He is focused on what is best for you and your family. Divorce is tragic and I I wish no one had to go through it. However that's not the reality of life. If you ever are in that situation I highly recommend hiring attorney Michael Razo to represent you in your case.

Posted by Jennifer | July 31, 2014 | Child Custody

Great team!!

I have been working with Paralegal, Shannon Highfield, and Attorney, Michael A. Razo with my divorce case. They have both been amazing and very attentive to my needs. When I have a concern or question, they return my call or email promptly. I highly recommended this team!! At times I felt uneasy ab...out my situation, as we all know divorce is a highly sensitive and life-changing matter, but both Shannon and Michael put me at ease so quickly. I have respect for both of them and am very happy with the work they have provided. I don't feel like "just another case", I feel like I am part of the team and they are really fighting for me and my kids! They have made such a difficult time in my life so much easier.

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Michael Anthony Razo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathon Zitney

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Linda Claypool

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Elisabeth Lord

Family lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael Razo is a highly skilled attorney and advocate. He is respected by judges and achieves excellent results for his clients."

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William Bratton

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"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."

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Malvina Ovanezova

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Borthwick

Litigation lawyer | Dec 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrea Smith

Litigation lawyer | Nov 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Schwartz

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Luiey Haddad

Litigation lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"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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Danielle Linker

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Eric Rice

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Elisabeth Lord

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Lauren Patterson

Family lawyer

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Jonathon Zitney

Family lawyer

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Nakesha Ruegg

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Linda Claypool

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Catherine Schwartz

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2016 - Present

East West Family Law Council

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California, Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2011 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

Education

N/A

University of La Verne College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

RCBA Annual MCLE Marathon

Competence

2021

WSBCA MCLE

Competence

2020

Annual MCLE Marathon

Competence

2019

RCBA MCLE Madness - 2019

Competence

2018

MCLE Madness 2018

Competence

2017

MCLE Marathon

Competence

2016

Riverside County Bar Association - Annual CLE Marathon

Competence

2016

Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County (CDSOC)

Professional Responsibility

2015

University of California, Riverside Extension

MCLE Madness

2014

Riverside County Law Library (RCLL)

Competence

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