Christopher Walter Dull

Christopher Walter Dull

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Aliso Viejo, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +5 more

65 Enterprise, Suite 300, Aliso Viejo, CA

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

17 years | 500 cases

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

17 years | 500 cases

25%
Domestic Violence 10%

17 years | 250 cases

10%
Expungement 10%

17 years | 300 cases

10%
Family 10%

Divorce, Legal Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Domestic Violence, Restraining Orders, Property Division

17 years | 500 cases

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

17 years | 300 cases

10%
Child Support 5%

17 years | 300 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Christopher W. Dull

65 Enterprise, Suite 300, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656

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Christopher Walter Dull's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Avoid this “lawyer” at all costs. These good reviews about him on Avvo are all fake.

He took advantage of my autistic adult child giving them advice that led my child into legal trouble. My child does not make much money, and only has money that they saved up for the past decade. Upon hearing that my child got into trouble, Dull said that he will represent them for a flat fee of $...5,000. There had to be delays in the hearing because Dull had to go on his very precious vacation that he apparently “worked so hard for.” When coming back, he NEVER returned our calls to update us on the work he was supposed to do on our behalf. We never received emails, he never included the information that would help protect my child in our case. He never even allowed us for the chance to help prepare us for what my child should say at the hearing either. At the hearing, Dull made a complete idiot out of himself, and my child because he did nothing to prepare in the lead up to the case. He made wild accusations that had no basis against the opposing party, contradicted what my child wrote in their defense and clearly did not read what the opposing party had argued for in their papers. It was absolutely humiliating to sit through, and to see my child being accused as being a monster, all because Dull wanted an easy paycheck even if it meant having a disabled adult getting them into legal trouble, and then telling them they have no other option but to hire him to represent them. Even worse was that he demanded travel fees from us. I was appalled. And it didn’t help that the opposing party wanted us to pay them back for their legal fees either. For a good number of years, my child has tried to end their life over this, and I blame it completely on Dull. All he cared about was his pathetic expensive vacation at the expense of my child’s life. It is my sincere hope that karma finds its way back to him, and make him pay for the horrors he put my child, and my family through.

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Never Met

Expected to at least be able to talk to him directly later in the process, could've sworn that's what I was told too, but later was said that he already reviewed things and I won't be speaking with him. Only got the paralegal. 2 stars because the paralegal was good.

Posted by Kate | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thankful for the Representation

We were very happy to have Chris represent our family. He's sharp, no-nonsense, and helped us navigate through the slow legal process. Chris is very diligent, he does quality work, and he made us feel comfortable and confident throughout the whole process. Chris is very professional, informative,... and knowledgeable about family matters. He was patient and spent a lot of time answering all our questions. We highly recommend Chris to anyone who needs a competent and efficient family law attorney.

Posted by Helen | December 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce Finalized

I hired Christopher to finalize my divorce. He worked with me to make sure everything was done right regarding my paperwork. I hired him after reading so many positive reviews from other clients. I can say I had a positive experience as well.

Posted by Adam | December 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Prenuptial Agreement Done to Satisfaction

I hired Christopher to do my prenuptial agreement. He took my information, explained the process and did things timely without delay. Good work and I would hire him again.

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Christopher Walter Dull's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patricia Rodriguez

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yvonne Magno

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Dull is a knowledgeable and hard-working attorney who clearly cares about his clients. Great lawyer and advocate."

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Ronald Nerio

Family lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked opposite of Mr. Dull during several divorce cases. I found Mr. Dull to be reasonable, responsive, and good advocate for his client."

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Jerry Jen

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is a honest and very knowledgable attorney who works hard for his clients. I had to the fortune of seeing him at work in the past and have nothing but great things to say about him."

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Andrew Westover

Family lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Chris is an excellent attorney. He will treat you honestly and fairly. Highly recommended."

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Cuong Nguyen

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris Dull is an amazing attorney. He is extremely intelligent and very punctual. He fervently fights for his clients in and out the courtroom."

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Christopher Hirz

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Dull for many years. He works hard for his clients and represents them zealously and effectively."

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Jeremy Deuel

Family lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Dull's skills as an experienced family law attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Magdalena Chattopadhya

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dull is bright, hard-working, and respected in the legal community."

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David Oh

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rory Coetzee

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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April Walsh-Padilla

Family lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Mr Dull has demonstrated to me an exemplary work ethic and is extremely bright and energetic. I would not hesitate in referring him a tough case and knowing he would get good results for the client. Two thumbs up!"

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Nicholas Heimlich

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a genuine guy who will take good care of you. He's a good person and a lawyer."

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John Mlnarik

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is hard working and with his network of lawyers at the Santa Clara County Bar Association has positioned himself for success. I recommend Chris because of his honest approach and professionalism in the legal community."

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Matthew Jensen

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Stein

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Friend

"Chris is a nice guy and a great lawyer. He is very caring towards his clients. He knows the law. He represents his clients well."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Client's Choice Award for 2021, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice Award for 2020, Avvo

2019

5 years 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Client's Choice Award for 2019, Avvo

2018

Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California

2018

Client's Choice Award for 2018, Avvo

2018

4 years 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Client's Choice Award for 2017, Avvo

2017

3 years 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Best Child Support Lawyers in San Jose 2017, Expertise

2016

Client's Choice Award for 2016, Avvo

2016

2 years 10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Client's Choice Award for 2015, Avvo

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Nation's Top One Percent 2015, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2014

Client's Choice Award for 2014, Avvo

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2008

Bar Scholarship, Western State University College of Law

2008

Joshua Garcia Book Scholarship, Western State University College of Law

2008

Diversity Bar Scholarship, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Christopher W. Dull

2009 - 2010

Adjunct Professor, Silicon Valley Law School

2009 - 2010

Senior Contracts Adminstrator, EMC Corporation

2007 - 2008

Legal Intern/Extern, Money Mailer

2006 - 2008

Law Clerk, Law Office of William Ballinger

Associations

2013 - Present

West Valley Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Member

2010 - Present

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2014

Santa Clara County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practitioners Section

Chair

2013 - 2013

Santa Clara County Bar Association, Barristers Committee

Barrister of the Year Award Selection Commitee

2013 - 2013

Santa Clara County Bar Association, Barristers Committee

Leadership Program Member

2012 - 2016

Santa Clara County Bar Association

Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Violence Restraining Order

restraining order dismissed and client given unsupervised visitation with overnights

Family Law Dissolution Case

Support and Attorney Fees for Client

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Education

2008

Western State Univ Col

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

San Jose State Univ

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Community Workshop

Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning Workshop

2012

Implementing the Right Legal Management Software

Legal Management Technology

2012

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence

Languages

English

Activity

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