$ 300-500 per hour
Ralph Conrad Shelton II
About Ralph
Biography
Born and raised in Orange County, Mr. Shelton has been in practice over thirty years. His practice covers several areas, from family law, custody, and support issues to non-profit guidance and business litigation. A highly skilled and seasoned trial attorney, he has successfully tried many hundreds of cases before judges and juries. In the non-litigation portion of his practice, he also consults with small businesses and non-profits to enable them to grow and succeed. Ralph has been included as a biographee in Marquis Who's Who in American Law since 1998, and Who's Who since 2000.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Family
40%
38 years | 1,500 cases
Business
10%
38 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 38 years
State: California
Acquired: 1987
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Location
Schiff & Shelton
3700 Campus Drive, Suite 202, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Ralph Conrad Shelton II's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
12 Client Reviews
Ralph Conrad Shelton II's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Shelton is a great lawyer, mentor, and friend. Blessed to have him in my life. I will always recommend Mr. Shelton to all my friends and family for any family law matters."
"I endorse Ralph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding Civil Lawyer. Tough, determined, and tenacious. Did a great job for me. 5 Stars in my book *****"
Anna Brace
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2000
Biographee, Marquis Who's Who
1999
Biographee, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
1987
American Jurisprudence Award in Evidence, Western State University College of Law
1986
American Jurisprudence Award in Torts, Western State university College of Law
1986
Finalist, Ferguson Moot Court
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Senior Partner, Schiff & Shelton
1987 - 1991
General Counsel, Transco Warranty Corporation
1987 - 1989
Senior Associate, Hite & Associates
Associations
2020 - Present
California Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Orange County Masonic FoundationTrustee
2018 - Present
California Masonic FoundationTrustee
2012 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Masters SectionMember
1992 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1987 - Present
Orange County Bar Association
1987 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2004 - 2013
Orange County Childhood Language CenterChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Complex Custody
Client's goals met
False Allegations Disproven
Client objectives achieved
Government Action Defended
Successful defense
Justice Served
Client's custody and support objectives achieved
Education
1987
Western State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
1986
Western State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Science in Law
Speaking Engagements
2018
OC Public Law Center
Basic Strategy and Forms
2017
OCLSA Conference
Family Law for Paraprofessionals
2001
Lorimar Seminars
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Publications
2020
AVVO Legal Guides
Co-Parenting, Coronavirus and COVID-19
2013
Schiff & Shelton
Evicting Squatters
1991
Lorimar Publishing
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Why is my ex requesting my income and expense declaration again?
26 Jun 2020
Q&A
Chances of getting final decision making authority?
17 Feb 2020