Barbara Ann Fritz

Barbara Ann Fritz

4.8
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 39 years

Family Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

369 San Miguel Dr., Suite. 165, Newport Beach, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

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Location

Law Office of Barbara Ann Fritz

369 San Miguel Dr., Suite. 165, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Barbara Ann Fritz's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Rob | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Positive Reputation - Well Earned

I gotta be honest, I did not know what to expect halfway into a highly contentious, long, drawn-out battle in my divorce. COVID didn't help the process either. The Court ordered a Minor's Counsel. A friend of mine instantly knew who she was having dealt with custody issues in her divorce as well, and... told me I'd love her. She was SO right. From day one, Barbara was open and honest with (both my ex and) me, but more importantly, brilliant with my teenager. They developed an excellent rapport and my teen completely respected and trusted her. She would remind me when I was ignorant or incorrect, and praise me when I had the right approach. Firm, but always professional. She was impartial towards us parents, but absolutely represented my kid's best interest. After my child refused to have contact with their mom, she further recommended Dr. Liberman as a Reconciliation Counselor, as they have worked together for years. I can only offer gratitude and praise for him as well. In the end, I was awarded full custody until my kid's 18th bday, and we remained protected from my ex-wife. The Court did the right thing, not only in their initial decision granting a DVRO and Custody, but also in introducing us to Barbara Fritz, Esq. HIGHLY Recommended

Posted by And | August 21, 2024 | Child Custody

Dangerous

Miss Fritz will put your child into a dangerous situation by not going into every detail of the case. Also if you want miss Fritz to play favor to you make sure you are the one who pays more to her

Posted by Jon | June 05, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Best Damn Attorney money can buy!

So I had the misfortune of having to engage Barbara on 2 different occasions. The first divorce of an 11 year marriage was completed with surgical precision.......mediated, no court, finished in 6 months. I could not have had a more perfect divorce....... Then came a psychotic nightmare of a di...vorce proceeding which included potential jail time, abuse allegations, attempted corporate takeover and every nightmare a man could possibly have........married less than a year and it took over 2 1/2 years to resolve. The trauma I went through was a living hell brought on by a greedy, parasitic, psychotic, scheming nightmare of a woman. It brought me to my knees in terms of my self esteem, work performance and made me question my entire existence. The reason I bring this up is that Barbara was my rock, provided me with the proper guidance, kept me informed on a as need basis.......yes, sometimes not as fast I wanted it.......I was desperate 24/7 as are most people going through this horrific process.......she collaborated and provided strategic guidance and when it was critically important .......ALWAYS communicated with me. I see the "several" 1 star reviews....it needs to be DEBUNKED! .....and it appears to be a singular event ......maybe sour grapes.....maybe not..........BUT, I can assure you, Barbara is a superb attorney who only sees the clients best interest. I work with many attorneys and not many speak highly of divorce attorneys......my corporate attorney's ex-wife was represented by Barbara..........He says:"probably the best divorce attorney I have come up against". Barbara is highly regarded in the legal community and on many occasions I would see other attorneys walk up to her and ask for advice. Trust me, you won't find better representation if you really need experienced counsel!

Posted by Carl | March 06, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

She is the best if you want to stay sane

Yea I seen the other review here, she was my lawyer in a really nasty divorce and custody case. My case went on for 2 years, without her it would have be 4 years or more, yes she treats you like a mother but when your life is upside down you need someone to keep you in check. I read the review here, ...trust me I understand but just by reading the review I can see that person is in hell. Not the lawyers fault. Being a client is already frustrating and you tend to think the world should revolved around you. Trust me there are thousands in the same boat. you are not special. It's a job for her, need to tell yourself that, she is not being hired to make you feel good, although that is what you want. She tells it like it is. You can pay a lot more if you want endless meetings and billings that are meaningless. She is really a good lawyer and is respected as the no bullshit person. So they all listen.

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Barbara Ann Fritz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Loni Klein

Family lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walter McKeague

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Bledsoe

Child custody lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Barbara for many years. We have been opposing counsel to each other in several cases over the years. In addition Barbara has served as minor's counsel on other cases that I have worked on and continue to work on. Barbara is a very effective attorney who gets things done with a no-nonsense approach. I believe that her client's get their moneys worth with her. Barbara is ethical and very competent. She is a seasoned attorney. She comes across as sincere and credible. Judges listen to her. She is truly a great advocate who gets results for her clients."

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Paul Graziano

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fritz is well respected in the community for her work as minor's counsel and in dissolution matters."

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Jennifer Posey

Family lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Barbara is one of the best attorneys out there representing minor children. The judges and attorneys hold her in high esteem and her reputation is impeccable."

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Aimee Flanagan

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Barbara Fritz is a knowledgeable, compassionate and experienced attorney. I have worked with her on several child custody matters for which she was appointed counsel for minor children. She was constantly looking out for their best interests. She is an excellent advocate for minor children."

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John Bledsoe

Child custody lawyer

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Paul Graziano

Family lawyer

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Jacqueline Whisnant

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jennifer Posey

Family lawyer

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Aimee Flanagan

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Barbara Ann Fritz

Associations

1986 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1986 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Education

2001

United States International University

MA - Masters

1986

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Loma Linda University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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