$ 475-525 per hour
I was born and raised in southern California. I graduated from Brigham Young University (B.A., History, 2000) and Western State University College of Law (J.D., 2004, Scholarly Merit). All through law school, I worked as a law clerk for my father, Barry J. Wishart, who had practiced family law since 1982. As such, I have been in the business for more than 13 years and have been trained by one of the elite attorneys in the county.
I have been married for more than fifteen years. I also have eight children. I am a member of the Orange County Bar Association, the Family Law Section, and the J. Reuben Clark Law Society. In 2006, I was elected and appointed to the Executive Committee of the Orange County Bar Association's Family Law Section, where I served until 2009. In 2013, I was appointed as a member of the State Bar Family Law Section Executive Committee (FLEXCOMM), Orange County Standing Committee.
I have authored several articles on the subject of family law which have been published at , an online magazine or e-zine. I volunteer time and am featured as an "Expert" of the "Divorce Support Center" (), a non profit organization that helps individuals and families in crisis.
My practice is exclusively dedicated to Family Law. I currently accept cases in Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles counties.
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Posted by Robert | July 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Brett gets results - period.
In over a year of representation, battling an ex who had retained the most unethical and despicable counsel, all Brett did was get results. My ex tried to get full custody by falsely alleging domestic violence, twice. Brett won both hearings. When my ex then tried to eliminate my visitation by making...
Posted by Joel | June 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
The Best Out There Hands Down!!
As an analytical aerospace program manager, I can’t tell you how many attorneys I reviewed and interviewed to find this guy. After our first discussion I thought he must be to good to be true. After litigating a DV case for months with Brett, I can tell you he is the real deal and I couldn't be h...
Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Rolls-Royce of Attorneys
After speaking to 3 different attorneys, I felt like I was hitting a wall because none of them felt like the right one to represent me. A friend of mine, who also had a favorable outcome with Brett Wishart and his office had recommended that I seek legal advice from him - she spoke very highly of Bre...
Posted by Antony | August 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Strategic & Thorough
I had been in a stalled divorce process for over 5 years when I hired the Wishart law firm to help expedite the process. Not only did this team quickly and efficiently bring this process to completion (even during the COVID pandemic), they also far exceeded my expectations as I was able to settle for...
Posted by Chi | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
The Review You Must Read.
If you need a family law attorney Brett is your guy, you're simply not going to find someone better. Brett, Heidi, Holly, and the rest of his team are all EXCELLENT communicators. They forward emails to you immediately so you are kept in the loop of communication, you'll know exactly what they're...
"I endorse Brett. I have been the opposing counsel on cases with Brett Wishart and his firm and I have found he and his firm to be very prepared, professional and knowledgeable. Moreover, he is very reputable and not underhanded in ways that end up causing his clients (or mine) to spend unnecessary legal fees. He has the ability to both advocate for his client's interests and still work reasonably with opposing counsel. Brett is a definite asset to our profession."
"Mr. Wishart is a very competent, ethical, and hard-working lawyer. His experience and good character have earned him an exceptional reputation in the legal community. I highly recommend this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Brett Wishart is a solid attorney. He represents his clients without unnecessary drama. My experience with him as been superb."
"Brett is an excellent lawyer and I have had the pleasure of having cases with him over the past several years. A couple of our cases have been complex custody matters, and Brett worked to diligently represent his client's interests, but also kept settlement in mind, which saved both of our clients money. I endorse his work."
"Brett is equally capable in the courtroom and the conference room. He brings skill, experience and wisdom to the cases he handles. He is a consummate professional, and uniquely skilled at resolving high-conflict family law matters."
"I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer. Brett is one of the finest young lawyers practicing family law today. Brett is a forceful advocate, and can also settle a case when appropriate and advantageous for his client. Brett has trained under a premier family law attorney, his father, Barry. Together they make a formidable team."
"I endorse Brett because he is a very good attorney and is very respected by the Orange County Famiy Law Bar."
"I had the pleasure of attending law school with Mr. Wishart. During law school, Mr. Wishart had an excellent reputation and an always friendly demeanor, both of which are highly suited to his family law practice. I'm not the least bit surprised to read many glowing peer and client reviews in Mr. Wishart's Avvo profile. I, too, offer my glowing endorsement of Mr. Wishart."
"Brett is a highly talented and compassionate attorney. If for any reason Irwin Family Law cannot represent you, then without reservation I highly recommend Brett for your family law needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred numerous clients to Brett Wishart for legal advice. He is thorough, professional, and provides excellent service."
"I have referred countless friends, neighbors, and clients to Brett and have heard nothing but praise regarding his professionalism, expertise, and skill. Simply put, Brett is the guy for any "family law" issue you or a loved one may face."
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Client's Choice, Avvo
2014
SUPERB RATED ATTORNEY, AVVO
2014
TOP LAWYER, OC Metro Magazine
2014
"10 BEST" ATTORNEY NOMINATION FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2013
Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO
2012
CLIENT DISTINCTION AWARD, Martindale.com Lawyers.com
2012
CLIENT'S CHOICE AWARD 2012, Avvo.com
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2008
Elected Member-At-Large Under 5 Years, Orange County Bar Association Family Law Section
2007
Elected Member-At-Large Under 5 Years, Orange County Bar Association Family Law Section
2004
Honors in Scholarly Merit, Western State University College of Law
1990
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
2014 - Present
OWNER/FOUNDER, LAW OFFICES OF BRETT R. WISHART
2013 - 2014
Managing Partner, Wishart & Associates LLP
2009 - 2013
Senior Trial Attorney, Law Offices of Wishart & Garland
2005 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Wishart & Garland
2001 - 2004
Law Clerk, Law Offices of Wishart & Garland
2013 - Present
Executive Committe of the Family Law Section of the California Bar (FLEXCOM) Orange County Standing CommitteeBoard Member
2004 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyMember
2004 - Present
Brea Chamber of CommerceMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - 2009
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeCommittee Member
2005 - 2009
Young Lawyers Association Orange County DivisionMember
Court denied Father's 50/50 and denied child support reduction
Sole Legal and Sole Physical custody of minor children to Mother, with professionally monitored visits to Father
Restraining order against my client dismissed, child returned to my client's primary care.
Wife's spousal support reduced to zero
Father awarded sole legal and sole physical custody of children. Monitored visits only to mother.
Other party's request denied. Custody and visitation rights fully restored. Their request for attorney fees denied.
The opposing party's visitation was reduced and his child support obligation to my client increased by $1,000.00 per month. Judge also ordered him to pay nearly all my client's attorney fees.
Other party's requests for spousal support and division of home and business were denied. Court found Husband not to be a credible witness. My client kept her home and her business. Husband was ordered to pay for all of his own attorney fees.
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders Issued against Husband for period of 5 years. Criminal Restraining Orders issued against Husband.
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders issued against husband for 5 years
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2008
Family Law Representative at Open Booth Luncheon
2007
Family Law Representative at Open Booth Luncheon
2006
The Practice of Family law--What is it Really Like?
2012
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