$ 550-550 per hour
About William
Biography
William S. Cizmadia is an associate attorney with the renowned Newport Beach family law firm Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP. Bill has years of experience with complex family law matters including high asset divorces, child custody and support cases, spousal support matters, and business valuation.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 14 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Phillips, Whisnant, Gazin & Gorczyca, LLP
24 Corporate Plaza, 2nd Floor, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP
2 Park Plaza, Suite 700, Irvine, CA, 92614
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Posted by Lori | February 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dependable & Honest
Mr. Cizmadia was my attorney for about one year in 2013. I live out of state and my case was in Calif. I found his firm from the internet and Mr. Cizmadia worked with me at all times, even though I was out of state. He always kept me informed of the status of my case. My options that I had and what...
Posted by Michael | February 13, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Personable and Professional
Mr. Cizmadia was an extremely helpful and trustworthy attorney. He was honest and upfront about what he would do, how we would proceed with the case, and all possible outcomes we could expect. When he needed to be contacted, he was always responsive and got back to me in a timely manner, no matter ...
William S. Cizmadia's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bill is a phenomenal family law attorney. I endorse him without reservation."
"Bill Cizmadia is fearless, intelligent, and thorough. These are three of the very best attributes you want in an attorney, and it is a recipe for success in the courtroom. Further, it is very difficult to find an attorney who possesses all three of these qualities. If you need an attorney who will fight for you, Bill is your guy. I highly endorse Bill."
"I endorse this lawyer as he always acts and participates in proceedings in a very professional manner. I have known Mr. Cizmadia for a couple of years now and he has been nothing but sincere in his interactions with his clients and other attorneys. He is a hard worker and known throughout the community as an honest advocate. I would recommend his services to anyone looking for a competent family law lawyer."
"Bill Cizmadia is an exceptionally talented courtroom advocate and negotiator. He was my opposing counsel in a high conflict case, and he was both professional and highly dedicated to his client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an attorney of integrity, knowledge and experience. I have come to know Bill as a fellow attorney in the community and during our time together in law school. I have not hesitated recommending his services and would not hesitate to do so in the future."
"Mr. Cizmadia is a very talented litigator. Knows the Evidence code by heart, and has slayed many counsel who do not take the time to properly prepare for cases. He is articulate, maps out his case plans, and is very client service oriented. Could not ask for a better lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. A hard worker, dedicated to helping his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyers, U.S. News & World Report-Best Lawyers®
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2016
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2015
Best Law Firm - Family Law Tier 1, U.S. News & World Report
2010
Moot Court Honors Board, Whittier Law School
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Phillips, Whisnant, Gazin & Gorczyca, LLP
1900 - Present
Associate, Phillips Whisnant Gazin Gorczyca & Curtin, LLP
2013 - 2014
Of Counsel, Law Offices of Christian Schank & Associates
2012 - 2015
Attorney, Law Office of William S. Cizmadia
2009 - 2011
Certified Law Clerk, Orange County Public Defender
Associations
2018 - Present
California Board of Legal SpecializationCertified Family Law Specialist
2017 - Present
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
2015 - Present
Orange County Bar Association
2014 - Present
Pasadena Bar Association
2012 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
County of Los Angeles Child Support Services Department v. Super. Ct. (Youngblood)
Remanded
F.B. v Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department
Appeal was dismissed.
Education
2011
Whittier College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Ohio Wesleyan University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2017
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section
Veterans and Military Clients in Family Court
2014
Yellow Ribbon
Veterans Benefits
2014
Lautenberg Training
Restraining Orders & Firearms
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers