Arthur John Lacilento

Arthur John Lacilento

4.4
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 32 years

Juvenile law Lawyer at Fullerton, CA
Practice Areas: Juvenile, Family, Criminal Defense

801 E Chapman Avenue, Suite 211, Fullerton, CA

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1993

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Location

Law Offices of Arthur J. LaCilento

801 E Chapman Avenue, Suite 211, Fullerton, CA, 92831

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Arthur John Lacilento's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Resolved my case in 103 days

From the moment another attorney recommended Mr. LaCilento I felt I was in the right hands. He and his wife even joined me on an emergency Sunday call that lasted hours, walking me through every step and giving me the courage to move forward. That level of care is rare and unforgettable. What I th...ought would take six long months was resolved in only 103 days. Throughout the process he was always responsive—answering calls, texts, and emails quickly and thoroughly. He showed excellent client control, helping me stay grounded during the most emotional moments. His billing was also very reasonable, always transparent and fair, which took a huge weight off my shoulders. In court his preparation and confidence were undeniable. One moment that impressed me most was when he acknowledged a subtle miscommunication and made sure the judge understood its impact. That honesty showed true integrity and set him apart from other attorneys. Mr. LaCilento is a man of faith and principle, and it shows in the compassion and dignity with which he treats his clients. I left the process not only with a favorable outcome but also with peace of mind knowing I had someone fighting for my family with everything he had.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Voice of Strength When I Had None

At one of the lowest moments of my life, during a heartbreaking custody battle, I felt completely powerless. My children had been exposed to a traumatic situation, and I was overwhelmed with guilt and fear, feeling like I had failed them. A friend referred me to Arthur Lacilento, and from our very... first conversation, I knew I was in good hands. He was direct, grounded, and consistently reminded me to stay calm and focused. What truly stood out was his accessibility, he was always available, whether by phone or text, and never left a single message unanswered. On the day of court, Arthur clearly laid out how he expected things to unfold. He was strategic, confident, and incredibly well-prepared. Thanks to his representation, I was awarded sole custody of my children. The court also ordered the other party to pay attorney fees, and I was granted child support. Arthur didn’t just represent me legally, he gave me hope when I had none. I am forever grateful.

Posted by Josh | June 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

When experience matters

Art and his team were fantastic throughout our custody case. We truly don’t think we could’ve won without him. He brings experience from every angle of foster, adoption, and custody cases—and we were grateful to have him on our side instead of the other way around. Art knows the law inside and out an...d brought a creative, thoughtful approach to our situation. Thanks again, Art!

Posted by Christine | March 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome Attorney!

Art is a wonderful attorney, who is persistent in his battle for justice against corruption in court cases. I highly recommend you hire him!

Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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The Worst Lawyer Ever!

Hands down the worst attorney you can hire. I hired him and he refused to meet at the court hearings, giving every excuse why going to the hearings in person were not good however, he would frequently zoom into my hearing from the courthouses while working on other cases and blacking out his screen c...learly working on other cases. Other times he would zoom in from his house with his family and background noises in my hearing. He will over charge you for you all the time. I had to tell him that he's double charging me on multiple occasions. The judge and opposing counsel where practically laughing at him with all his faulty judicial statements in court. He couldn't even remember my name in the hearing. He will talk down to you and make sure you feel like he's not on your side. I'd tell everyone to stay away from this firm. This guy preys on people that need help and then disposes their concerns and and cases like nothing. At no point did I feel like he was on my side. I feel sorry for anyone that uses his services.

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James Madden

Juvenile law lawyer | Nov 20

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"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Arthur Lacilento for over fifteen years. He is a passionate advocate with a dogged work ethic. He is extremely skilled in the courtroom and I would not hesitate to contact him to represent my own family."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Education

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Columbia University School of Law

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Whittier College School of Law

Languages

Spanish

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