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Wail Sarieh
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Biography
Before I became a lawyer, I trained as a physician, earning my M.D. from Aleppo University in Syria. In 2001 I started consulting for lawyers on medical malpractice cases, and for five years I served as managing partner of Physician Experts, Inc., which provides expert witnesses and medical exhibits to attorneys. That experience led me to Quinnipiac law school in 2002. After my first class in tort law, I knew this is what I wanted to do for the rest of my life, so I transferred to Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, as a full-time student and earned my J.D.
I have practiced family law since 2005 and am a Certified Family Law Specialist; family law is all I do. Over more than 20 years, I have helped clients across Orange County and Southern California with divorce, child custody, move-away and relocation requests, paternity, child and spousal support, property division and hidden assets, domestic violence, prenuptial agreements, and guardianships, including high-conflict and high-asset cases.
I work from our Costa Mesa office and speak English, Arabic, and Spanish. I am active in the Orange County Bar Association, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Hispanic Bar Association of Orange County, and the Arab American Lawyers Association of Southern California. Every family's situation is different, and I focus on finding the solution that fits yours.
Certified Family Law Specialist with 20+ years handling divorce, custody, move-away and support cases in Orange County. Former physician. Speaks English, Arabic and Spanish.
Custody, visitation and move-away cases handled by a Certified Family Law Specialist with 20+ years' experience. Helping Orange County parents protect their relationship with their children, in English, Arabic or Spanish.
Divorce and legal separation, including high-conflict and high-asset cases and hidden assets. Certified Family Law Specialist with 20+ years' experience serving Orange County and Southern California.
Domestic violence restraining orders handled by a Certified Family Law Specialist with 20+ years' experience. Serving families across Orange County in English, Arabic and Spanish.
Paternity, child and spousal support, prenuptial agreements and guardianship. Certified Family Law Specialist with 20+ years helping Orange County families. Free case evaluation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
21 years
Child Custody
25%
21 years
Family
20%
21 years
Domestic Violence
15%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2017 2016
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2018 2016 2014
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Licenses
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Sarieh Family Law
(714) 924-3571
Fax
3200 Park Center Drive, Suite 200, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
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Fax
14 Corporate Plaza Dr, #120, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Showing 6 - 10 of 47 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Joseph | January 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Professional - Quick - Responsive - Got Results
I needed custody modifications for years, and I tried for years to get my ex-wife to agree to custody changes without legal assistance. Finally, I hired Wail Sarieh and I wish I had hired him years ago. It took 9 months to get the custody modifications, which included changing for LA to OC courtho...
Posted by Eric Contreras | December 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Professional in all senses of the word.
Great Lawyer, Patient and professional, eased the processes of my legal issues. I highly recommend. My only advice to clients is to ask lots of questions!
Posted by Kayli | January 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
BEST DIVORCE ATTORNEY IN ORANGE COUNTY
Mr. Sarieh and his team has helped me navigate through the divorce process with great outcomes. They are attentive to their client’s needs with prompt responses. Extremely professional. There are “cheaper attorneys” in the market as some might say, but Mr Sarieh and his team will get you the best ...
Posted by Anthony | September 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Sarieh is an excellent attorney
Mr. Sarieh is an excellent attorney. His command of the law and the facts, as well as his calm and thoughtful courtroom demeanor, make him an attorney any client would be thankful to have. I am thankful for his service in my case. He has my complete admiration and respect. Thank you.
Posted by Christopher | September 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney
The team you want and need!
When you need legal support, you only want the best. Sarieh Law Offices provides comprehensive, efficient, responsive, and dedicated services that drive results towards the best resolution. Mr. Sarieh listened to my needs and tailored his approach for a swift, direct, and cost-effective solution. Eve...
Wail Sarieh's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Wail is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sarieh provides great advice to those in need. He takes time out of his day to answer questions on AVVO and point people in the right direction."
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Experience
Honors
2025
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2024
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2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best of 2013, Santa Ana Award Program
2012
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Sarieh Law Offices, ALC.
2005 - 2006
Attorney, Richardson and Patel, LLC
2004 - 2005
Law clerk, Phan & Paz, LLP
2000 - 2005
Managing Partner, Physician Experts, Inc
1998 - 2000
Physician/Assistan Coordinator of Emergency, Department of Emergency Medicine, Red Crescent Society
Associations
2013 - Present
Syrian American Foundationmember
2012 - Present
California Board of Legal SpecializationCertified Family Board Specialist
2012 - Present
Arab American Lawyers Association of Southern CaliforniaMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
2005 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
IRMO RUBIO
switched custody of child from father to mother
In re MATTHEW N., a Minor
Parental right terminated, we won the appeal
Education
2012
California board of legal specialization
Certified family law specialist
2005
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Educational Commison for Foreign Medical Graduates
ECFMG Certificate
1992
University of Aleppo
MD - Doctor of Medicine
Speaking Engagements
2014
When to hire and attorney
Divorce, custody and child suppport
Publications
1992
Aleppo University
Upper GI Hemorrhage
Languages
Arabic
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Wail earned significant contribution points in 2020.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I back out of a divorce that I filed?
25 Sep 2024
Q&A
I have an attorney for my custody case but want to file contempt of court charges on my own. Can i?
09 May 2024
Q&A
Is there anything that can be done legally to have the other parent respond in a timely manner on parenting app?
04 Jan 2024