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I specialize in complex divorces for middle to high-income clients. I am skilled in handling difficult courtroom cases, and I promise to give you sound, personalized legal advice in a prompt manner.
I understand the difficulties and challenges that you face when going through a divorce, and as a certified Family Law Specialist, I am committed to protecting your interests and those of your children from the beginning of the process to the end.
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Chat withState: California
Acquired: 1987
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State: Nevada
Acquired: 1995
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17011 Beach Blvd. #900, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647
12 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Washington | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Aggressive and straight-forward
In 1997, as a college student, I hired Bill to represent me for my child custody dispute in Los Angeles. Bill was brilliantly strategic in handling my matter while also aggressive in doing the right thing. I remember during my deposition when he told me "the truth shall set you free". Well, it did. A...
Posted by Lisa | July 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Divorce Attorney
I have no idea what the run don't walk person is talking about? The only thing I can think of is that they are a hot mess and nobody can help them. Bill did an excellent job with my case and was there with me through my entire 2 year journey. He is on top of all the laws and guided me the entire wa...
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
RUN DONT WALK!!!!!
RUN DONT WALK!! I hired this lawyer without doing my homework, expensive lesson! The first red flag should have been that anything you find on the internet about this lawyer is extremely recent! Hmmm? In my opinion he was extremely difficult to communicate and work with. On the few occasions I did...
Posted by Lorraine | September 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
William M. Strachan - Ethical, Detail Oriented, Expert in Family Law
My experience with William Strachan was great. He handled my divorce from my husband of over 10 years. It was an extremely difficult situation because my ex-husband's attorney kept mistakes. Bill was able to identify all these mistakes and argue in court about rules of court and law. He was very orga...
Posted by Megan Maxwell | March 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
There for the long haul...
I cannot fathom navigating the complexities of my three year divorce case with anyone but Bill! He has counseled, calmed, and directed me... when I might potentially damage my case. He stood by me even through financial crises. And while my case isn't over, I know the outcome will be the best poss...
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Strachan. He's that rare professional: completely honest, prepared and thoroughly knowledgeable in our field. He's held in high regard by the judges not only in this county, but in other counties. And if he cannot help a client, he will tell them so they don't waste their money tilting at windmills. He delivers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill Strachan is a professional, honest and straight forward attorney. He's thoroughly knowledgeable in the law, and has outstanding trial skills."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill and I worked on a matter together and his many years of experience and depth of knowledge were very helpful in achieving positive results for my clients. He is a great advocate."
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2016
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2011
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2006
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
2001
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California
1986
Honors: American Jurisprudence Award, Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, 1986
2002 - 2007
Associate, Law Offices Of Dorothy L. Carfrae
1997 - 1998
JUDGE PRO TEM, LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT/TORRANCE
1995 - 2002
Senior Litigator, Kelly Hammers
1993 - 1994
Managing Attorney, Jacoby & Meyers
1989 - 1993
Associate, Law Offices Patterson & Neavitt & Berry
1987 - 1989
Staff Attorney, Jacoby & Meyers
court ordered a travel trust in which Mr. Condon paid a portion of the court ordered support for Ms. Condon into the trust. The trust proceeds were then used to pay for the travel expense incurred by the children for custodial exchanges.
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BS - Bachelor of Science
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Lecturer
English