$ 350-450 per hour
Sheryl Lynn Edgar
About Sheryl
Biography
Sheryl L .Edgar, a senior partner at A Center for Children & Family Law, is a licensed attorney in California and before the United States Supreme Court. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University at Fullerton and her Juris Doctorate degree from Western State University. Sheryl's practice is devoted to all areas of family law including dissolution, dependency (child abuse), guardianships, grandparent rights, adoption litigation, adoption, paternity and child custody.
Sheryl served as a law clerk to Commissioner Thomas H. Parrott and as an extern for presiding Justice David G. Sills of the Fourth Appellate District. Sheryl worked as a law clerk and later as an attorney for the Orange County law firm, Van Deusen, Youmans and Walmsley specializing in family and adoption law for three years until the fall of 1995. It was then that Sheryl shared a vision with her friend and later business partner, Tisha Harman that they could do much more for families and their community if they were in control of their own destiny.
In December of 1995, Sheryl and her law partner, Tisha Harman, left their former firm to start their own law firm, A Center for Children & Family Law, with the goal of helping families through the practice of "children's law". Although many law firms in Southern California practiced in family law, primarily as divorce attorneys, there existed no law firm that focused on the families in all legal arenas where children are found, acting as the "voice of the children". Sheryl and Tisha knew that with this forum, they could practice what they loved most about law; advocating for children and families.
As an advocate for survivors of domestic violence, Sheryl has volunteered many hours, speaking to women at Battered Women's Organizations, Shelters and Parole Departments and has established herself as champion for the victims and their children.
Sheryl's professional memberships include American Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar, Orange County Bar and National Association of Counsel for Children. Sheryl's combined experience, dedication and ability to work with children has gained recognition from many Superior Court Judges and Commissioners. For nearly ten years, they have relied on her knowledge and expertise, appointing her to represent minor children in highly contentious matters. To date, Sheryl has represented over one thousand children and indigent biological parents in court appointed cases in regard to contested adoptions, domestic violence, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, ritual abuse, paternity, foster child adoptions, contested abandonments, contested guardianships, restraining orders and contempt cases.
Sheryl's high profile appellate cases include In re Nada R.
While representing children is a major focus in Sheryl's practice, she also represents many families in private cases seeking her assistance related to their children and grand children in both family, probate, adoption and dependency law matters.
Sheryl, a mother of seven children, resides in South Orange County with five of the six surviving children; Drusilla, Megan, Nicole, David Jr. and Madison. The second eldest, Robin, was a victim of a drunk driver her senior year at high school. The eldest, Denice, left the nest but still lives in California. She enjoys spending time with her fiancé, her family, snow skiing, hiking, and playing volleyball.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Abuse
20%
31 years
Child Custody
20%
31 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
31 years
Domestic Violence
20%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
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Location
Law Offices of Sheryl Lynn Edgar
1111 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA, 92868
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Posted by Peter | December 08, 2014 | Child Custody
business owner and father
Ms. Edgar, Was instrumental in helping our children's needs and utilizing the system to encourage a mutually beneficial agreement for our children and their mother. I can only say that her demeanor, character and professionalism is a great gift that God has privided her. My hat goes off to...
Posted by Shana | January 08, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
I highly recommend Sheryl
Sheryl is amazing. She has an incredible in-depth grasp of the varied and complicated issues surrounding divorce. I can highly recommend her - without reservation, especially cases involving child abuse. She is truly a child's advocate. She is not only compassionate - she is very savvy, competent an...
Posted by SusanHoffman | June 18, 2013
concentration
Sheryl probably has the best concentration level that I have ever experienced with an attorney. She is knowledgeable, and compassionate. She is conscientious about returning correspondence. Her petition and documents were flawless.
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2013
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All the staff were cooperative and helped in any way possible, even if i were to just walk in. I spoke with Sahar on several occaisions and she was both sympathetic and informative. Love this firm and have recommended them to several friends, who are now also clients
Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best attorney ever!
Sheryl Edgar and her assistant Sahar are AMAZING! We have had several attorneys and none of them gave a crap about our case. Sheryl was extremely reliable and got back to me with every single question or concern. She is a very professional attorney and although she is not loud and obnoxious like othe...
Sheryl Lynn Edgar's Lawyer Endorsements
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Experience
Honors
2016
BV Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated 4.4, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Avvo Clients Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Senior Partner/ Owner, A Center For Children & Family Law
1994 - 1995
Associate, Van Deusen, Youmans & Walmsley
1992 - 1994
Clerk, Van Deusen, Youmans & Walmsley
1992 - 1992
Law Clerk, California Superior Court County Of Los Angeles
1992 - 1992
Judicial Extern, California Court Of Appeal 4th District
Associations
1994 - Present
American Bar Association
1994 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar Association
1994 - Present
State Bar of California
National Association of Counsel for Children
North Orange County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Wilson v. Bodine
Marriage Terminated Earlier Child Support Order
In Re Nada R.
Education
1993
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
California St Univ Fullerton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Grandparent-Grandchild Connection
Understanding Grandparents Rights
2011
Grandparent-Grandchild Connection
Understanding Grandparent Rights
2008
National Children's Law Conference
Running a Successful Family Law Practive
2005
Family Law Section Meeting
730 v. 733
Publications
2011
Advocates for Grandparent Grandchild Connection
A Precious Bond
2010
OC Register
Grandparents fight, sadly, for their rights
2006
Orange County Lawyer Magazine
Wishes- A Legal Term
Languages
Spanish