Wendy Leigh Christensen Fountain

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Wendy Leigh Christensen Fountain

also known as Wendy Fountain, Wendy L. Christensen Fountain

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Child custody Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony ... +2 more

4940 Campus Drive, Suite A, Newport Beach, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Wendy

Biography

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Holstrom, Block & Parke Combines More Than 300 Years of Family Law Experience. Let Us Secure the Greatest Possible Outcome for You. Mention Avvo for a FREE Phone Consultation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

Consideration of the Family Code 4320 factors.

26 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

Determination of custodial time, considering the minor's best interest, parental involvement and fitness, minor's preference and move away issues.

26 years

20%
Child Support 20%

Determination of time share along with the parties incomes or imputation there of as well as tax considerations and add ons like child care, tuition and travel expenses.

26 years

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Family 20%

All areas of family law, including but not limited to divorces, legal separations, paternity, and domestic violence

26 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC

4940 Campus Drive, Suite A, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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1897 California Avenue, Suite 102, Corona, CA, 92881

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380 South Melrose Drive, Suite 347, Vista, CA, 92083

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40810 County Center Drive, Suite 150, Temecula, CA, 92591

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3780 12th Street, Riverside, CA, 92501

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3111 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 950, San Diego, CA, 92108

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500 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 2000, Glendale, CA, 91203

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Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC

50 California Street, Suite 1513, San Francisco, CA, 94111

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Wendy Leigh Christensen Fountain's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Ken | October 16, 2013 | Family

Wendy Fountain divorce and child custody case

Very knowledgeable about the family law field and extremely aggressive. My ex-wife had kept me from my daughter for several years prior to hiring Ms Fountain. She turned things around quickly and put my ex on the defensive as oppossed to the offensive and moved things along quickly.

Posted by Cari | October 16, 2013 | Child Support

Very Personable Attorney and Office Staff

Wendy Fountain and her office staff are wonderful. She helped me with child support, child custody basically all different types of family law.

Posted by Mike | October 11, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Honest and fair Representation

Wendy tells you like it is and although it is sometimes tough to hear, it is refreshing to have a lawyer who provides you with an honest opinion. If you are looking for an attorney who will tell you everything "You want to hear" instead of truthful, knowledgeable facts regarding your case, you may w...ant to look elsewhere. Mrs. Fountain provided me with excellent advice and provided direction which helped me through the difficult proceedings involved with my divorce and custody issues. She is friendly, professional and most importantly honest. Wendy also used her experience and knowledge around the system to make sure that all of my issues were dealt with fairly. There were several times that we were dragged into court over issues that were ridiculous and Wendy successfully obtained judgments against my significant other to recover attorney's fees. She is a certified family law expert and it shows. I would strongly recommend your consideration if you are in the unfortunate position of needing a family law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Hire Ms. Fountain...She will win your case!

Ms. Fountain is the height of discretion & professionalism. When I first met her, she took time with me even before I hired her by giving me initial direction that helped me with the initial stages of my divorce. She gave me honest advice about how to deal with the upcoming challenges that I was go...ing to face, and she was very capable in court armed with the knowledge and the expertise to make sure my case was heard properly. I enjoyed working with her and knew that she was always working toward getting me the best possible outcome.

Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Absolute WORST Lawyer in TOWN! Incompetent and a CROOK!

DO NOT HIRE THIS WOMAN unless you are feeling like your money should be donated to her personally for NOTHING IN RETURN!!! I came to Wendy with a custody and child support agreement that had already been settled with my prior lawyer and the respondent and his council. I hired her to help create more... favorable and detailed terms for me within the agreement. I came to her as a single Mom and student, on a recommendation from someone that used to work with her, who also couldn't be more disappointed with her performance. She knew my case was dealing with small #'s and that every bit of savings I had was being used to provide from my son as I got through school. After a 5 month period, Mrs. Fountain not only bled dry my $5,000 retainer, having done absolutely zero work. She ALSO wanted $1300 more. She stupidly acted like she didn't know this prior agreement that I furnished her with upon our very first meeting was already a "judgment," which meant final signatures were mandatory and simply a clerical matter according to the judge. Plus, I explained the situation to her thoroughly. In the end, I appeared in front of the judge representing myself so he could tell me that these signatures were a clerical matter and that a request for modification would have to be filed for any actual changes to be made. This is Law School 101 and Wendy missed the boat by a mile so in the end, I gave this woman $5000 so I could go to court for myself and write my own name on a document that had to be finalized as a clerical matter. She made not one change or improvement to that document because it wasn't even possible. From the very beginning she should have filed a new request for order, period. Rather, she stole my $5,000 and did NOTHING!!! I literally mean ZERO work and yet kept my $. I gave her the opportunity to make good by this and she has consistently ignored my outreach. Please, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE give this woman a penny of your money. She is the definition of a CROOK. Upon firing her, I was furnished with a copy of my complete file, which reflects all of the above. Opposing council was Tom Tuttle, who actually seemed to know his stuff. I would recommend his firm any day over this woman and whoever she happens to be working for at the time.

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Wendy Leigh Christensen Fountain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Sundly

Family lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Richard Sullivan

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Fountain is regarded as one of the best family lawyers in the Orange County area. Her knowledge of the law and courtroom presence is unparalleled. As an attorney that always puts her clients needs first, all future client's of Ms. Fountain should know they are in good hands with one of the county's best."

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Elizabeth Johnson

Child custody lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Nuzzo

Child custody lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cara Elkin

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carrie Block

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leea Summerville

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ben Phillips

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Monarch

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Garelick

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Posey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy is an excellent and professional family law attorney all the while she balances advocacy and cooperation with grace. An asset to our community."

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Henry Lively

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy has been a friend since law school. I highly recommend her for your family law matters. She is an outstanding attorney that will do an excellent job on your family law matter."

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Brett Wishart

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wendy and I have had many cases together over the years. I know her to be hardworking, honest and always professional. She is a "problem solver" and does not get mired down in the emotions of the case. She effectively advocates for each of her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Cannon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Ms. Fountain on a couple of different cases and can say that she is very professional and easy to work with. Ms. Fountain is a great attorney who pursues a fair and just outcome for her clients. I would recommend this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Certified Specialist - Family Law, California Board of Legal Specialization

2014

Recognition for Service as President Elect for 2013, OCBA Family Law Section

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC

2017 - 2023

Partner / Family Law Attorney, Sullivan Law & Associates

2015 - 2017

Family Law Attorney, Sullivan, Krieger, Truong, Spagnola & Klausner LLP

2014 - 2015

Family Law Attorney, Jarvis, Krieger & Sullivan

2013 - 2013

Partner, Dishon & Block

2003 - 2013

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Wendy L. C. Fountain, A PC

2001 - 2003

Associate Attorney, Stegmeier & Gelbart

2000 - 2001

Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney's Office

1999 - 1999

Associate Attoreny, Smith, Smith & Harter

1999 - 2000

Associate Attorney, Stevens, McGuire, Rizio & Nelson

1998 - 1998

Admissions Officer, Western State University College Of Law

Associations

Robert A. Banyard American Inn of Court

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Past President

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Board Member

Education

1997

Western State College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

California State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

First Team Meeting

Family Law & Real Estate

2014

Right Living Monthly Meeting

Dissolution Overview

2014

Quarterly meeting

Income & Expense Declarations Accurate Completion

2007

Monthly Seminar

Minors Counsel and 730 Evaluators

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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