Bruce Carlton Bridgman

Bruce Carlton Bridgman

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 51 years

Family Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Real Estate ... +2 more

17500 Red Hill Avenue, Suite 230, Irvine, CA

About Bruce

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

California Divorce Child Custody Support modification Separation, Annulment and any other family law matters.

41 years | 3,000 cases

40%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

Chapter 7 Filling chapter 13

36 years | 5,000 cases

20%
Immigration 15%

36 years | 3,000 cases

15%
Real Estate 15%

36 years | 1,200 cases

15%
Criminal Defense 10%

DUI, Violent Crime, Domestic violence cases, Theft, Fraud.

46 years | 7,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 51 years

State: California

Acquired: 1974

Active

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Location

The Law Office of Bruce C. Bridgman

17500 Red Hill Avenue, Suite 230, Irvine, CA, 92614

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Bruce Carlton Bridgman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 37 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Carlos | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Family Law Attorney

I was in urgent need of a great lawyer. I began searching for a law office in Orange County on different sites. I found Bruce Bridgman and decided to give the office a call. That same day, I was in contact with him and he started on my case right away. Amazing! Bruce is a great attorney! He was extre...mely attentive to my case. Everything was clearly explained to me, and that made the whole process comfortable for me. I found that phenomenal! He truly cares about his clients, which is a quality every attorney should possess. I felt as though he always had my best interest in mind. He is truly a genuine man. It brought me peace of mind during stressful legal situations to know the people I was working with actually cared about my case and me. In the end, I was very satisfied with the outcome of my case. Bruce is an amazing lawyer and provides amazing service. I would certainly recommend this firm to anyone who is need of a great Orange County attorney. Thank you Eagle Law Firm!

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Bruce is incredible!

Bruce is incredible! He makes sure to develop a personal relationship with his clients and goes the extra mile. I recently reconnected with him and was pleasantly surprised he remembered my family by name after all these years! His expert handling of my court case allowed me to continue to live a hap...py life, and It is clear he takes pride in his work. I am forever grateful for all Bruce has done for me!!

Posted by Johnny | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Super awesome and understanding. Bruce never fails!

Mr. Bridgman is the real deal. He has never failed to be there for me when I am in need. He's done miracle works for me and my friends. He always assured me that everything would be okay and has never failed to back that up. Bruce really cares about his clients! He's a super attorney!

Posted by Julio | June 29, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend Mr. Bridgman!

Mr. Bruce Bridgman is a wonderful attorney. He was able to take a look at my case and let me know that he could take it on. Mr. Bridgman was able to get winning results. He fought hard to get the win. Attorney Bridgman is a class act and is more than willing to help anyone in need.

Posted by Ruth H. | April 09, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

BEST attorney EVER!!

My former lawyer was going after me and trying to sue me for more money. I was alone and with no lawyer. Then Mr. Bridgman came and offered me his help, I took a chance and he represented me in person vs my former lawyer and now I don't have to worry about that anymore. Mr. Bridgman was very clear an...d willing to help me in any way he could. Mr. Bridgman cares more about you and your situation more than any attorney I have ever met, and I've met many of them. He is so knowledgable and experienced that he can come up with a solution to any legal problem. He is thoughtful, concerned, energetic, and never makes you feel intimidated or uncomfortable in any way. Additionally, he did an excellent job at keeping me informed about how my case was progressing and always responded quickly to any questions or concerns I had. I can not emphasize enough the positive difference Bruce Bridgman made in my life. I was so confident and satisfied with the outcome of that case, that Mr. Bridgman is now my attorney currently representing me with a bankruptcy case that my ex-husband filed trying to get away with money that he still owes me. If you are like I was hopeless and alone with a mountain of legal problems, then don't think twice, talk with Mr. Bridgman and I promise you he will help you and make your case his priority. Mr. Bridgman is a very competent distinguished, honest, genuine, cheerful, courageous, trustworthy, attorney you will ever meet! I highly recommend anyone to hire Mr. Bridgman as your attorney. He provides compassionate legal services, he represents any type of personal legal issues. Last but not least Mr. Bridgman is reputable and well respected.

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Bruce Carlton Bridgman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nema Daghbandan

Immigration lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Briny Woods

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked on several projects with Bruce over the years. His knowledge of the law is unparalleled. I recommend Bruce to anyone looking for an attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Max Alavi

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Phillip Lemmons

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bruce was the opposing counsel in a divoce case. We were able to reach a marital settlement that pleased both parties and kept attorney fees down. He's a consummate professional."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

Wilson at UCLA, Wilson Scholar

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Bruce C. Bridgman

1980 - 1991

General Partner, Law offices of Bridgman & Modkin

1976 - 1980

Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney's Office

1973 - 1976

District Attorney, LA Distric Attorney office

Associations

Orange County Bar Association

Board of Directors

West Oarange County bar Assosiation

President

Education

N/A

University of California - Berkeley

N/A

UC Berkeley and a Wilson Scholar at UCLA Law School

Publications

N/A

Textbook Powers to Arrest

Languages

Spanish

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