Rick D Banks

Rick D Banks

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fresno, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

1080 W Sierra Ave #105, Fresno, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Law Offices of Rick D. Banks

1080 W Sierra Ave #105, Fresno, CA, 93711

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Rick D Banks's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yvonne | July 02, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

One of Gods angels with a Heart of Gold

I was stressed, broke, an in a hopeless situation without an Attorney when My husband had his Attorney serve me. I sent emails to 3 Attorney's listed on the Avvo.com website, where I explained my marital issues and my financial hardship. Mr. Rick D. Banks not only responded to my email, He did not ba...lk at my inability to pay right away. In Mr. Banks email to me he advised me to contact his office and set up a free consultation appointment. Upon contacting Mr. Banks office I was greeted by Helen who scheduled me up for a 1 hour free consultation. When I arrived at Mr. Banks office I was extremely nervous but his staff Paralegal Helen Garcia an Administrative Assistant Leanna Gonzales were, courteous, friendly and professional. During my consultation Mr. Banks was friendly, courteous, extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. He listened to me and was very compassionate and understanding regarding my financial situation. Mr. Banks was compassionate enough to take my case and My file and collection of documents were started that very day by Leanna. Mr. Banks Paralegal Helen Garcia, has been a God sent to me, she is helpful, efficient, attentive, responds to emails immediately, explains the process and what is expected. She has the ability to set your fears at ease. Mr. Banks has even given me advise on and issue of me being sued that had nothing to do with my Divorce. On July 1, 2013 I had a court date for Attorney fees. Mr. Banks arrived on time, dressed very impressively and prepared. Mr. Banks not only negotiated Attorney fees, he was also able to negotiate the spousal and child support payments. This was done because Mr. Banks has a great working relationship with opposing Counsel and this greatly benefited both parties. Mr. Banks even showed great compassion to my soon to be Ex-husband by giving him time to pay the Attorney fees and letting him make three payments instead of one. Because of Mr. Banks ability to work with opposing Counsel, the remaining divorce issues will be mediated with a 4-way sit down with the opposing Counsel/client and Mr. Banks/Myself. I would highly recommend Attorney Rick D. Banks and his staff to anyone who will listen.

Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2012

Excellent Legal Team

Rick Banks took care of all our legal needs and kept us informed the whole way through. I was impressed and over joyed that I didn't have to worry about anything. Everything went smoothly and went quicker than expected. I would recommend Rick Banks and his team for any legal service.

Posted by Randolph | October 24, 2012

Great legal advice with timely responses.

Rick was able to review my situation and come up with a timely game plan! The paperwork was ready when Rick said it would be and he handled all my needs in an easy to understand format that made it very easy for me. I would highly recommend Rick for your legal matters, once you meet him you will co...me away with a whole other respect for lawyers and how they can help you.

Posted by Felipe | October 23, 2012 | Child Custody

Strategical and very professional. Provided results for my children and assisted in removing them from a hostile evioronment

I went through a bad separation where my kids were constantly being put in harms way, and for just about one year we went back and fourth with cps, the sheriff and the mediator classifying me as a jealous ex-husband in seek of revenge, I was getting no where with them. Mr.Banks and his staff took my... case and analyzed every detail in its entirety, developed supportive evidence with clarity and was able to bring to light the real reason behind my claims which were to provide a safe home with hope for growth and success for my 5 babies. After many court hearings (and just a piece of advice no matter how bad you have it, remember to stay calm and be very patient, this stuff takes some time.) Mr. Banks took action and demonstrated the inability and the irresponsibility of the childrens mother and got the courts to grant me full sole, legal and physical custody with no visitations to the mother. Right now Mr. Banks is currently handling my divorce.

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Rick D Banks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Virginia Southgate

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rick Banks serves the needs of the families he represents in bankruptcy and divorce. As a bankruptcy attorney, he focuses on thoroughness before filing to ensure clients' petitions meet the scrutiny of the Fresno Bankruptcy Court. He offers a free emailed Bankruptcy Guide."

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Jason Krumbein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rick is a competent lawyer, who makes sure that his clients get all the attention they need, and giving them the maximum protection under the law that is available."

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Bret Nason

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rick Banks. Although we have not met in person, I have been impressed with his posts on a national listserv to which we both contribute. He is clearly committed to providing the best service possible to all of his clients."

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Nancy Stokley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rick Banks is a highly skilled and professional attorney. You can trust that he will give you insightful guidance through your legal matter."

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Jennifer Hendrickson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rick Banks. He works on behalf of his clients to ease their financial situation and the burden of too much debt."

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Robert Nahoum

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Is a zealous advocate for his clients. Call him and you can trust you will be treated fairly and represented with the highest degree of competence"

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Frank Nunes

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Mr. Banks. He is a good advoate for his clients works well with opposing counsel to help his client's cases reach results."

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David Milligan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Banks. I have known him for about 15 years as a Lawyer. Rick is not only an aggressive Advocate for his clients, he is also a successful Author of a nationally available legal self-help book. He genuinely cares about his work and his clients, and it shows in his results."

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Dean Gordon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Morrison

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rick's a great lawyer. He's always thoroughly prepared, aggressive and does not take shortcuts. I have referred clients to Rick in the past and will undoubtedly do so in the future. I know they will be well taken care of, by both Rick and his staff."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Rick D. Banks

Associations

2010 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2005 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Central California Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

Fresno County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bridges v. Del Monte Foods Company

Case settled

CENTRAL CERAMIC TILE v. WESTERN AG REALTY

Client prevailed in binding arbitration.

Castro v. Rodriguez

Case settled during trial

Bier v. Pacifica Hotel Company

Case settled during trial

Gill v. Gill

Case settled

In re Marriage of (Confidential)

Marital Settlement Agreement resolving all issues in my client's favor

Kessler v. California Professional Realty Services

Case settled

Clouse v. Riverbend Golf Club

Case settled

Plooy v. Neal

Case settled

Dahl v. New Millenium Properties

Case settled

Goodall v. Cosper

Case settled

Verdian v. Saint Agnes Medical Center, et al.

Case settled

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Education

2000

San Joaquin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Fresno City Coll

undergraduate

Publications

2011

Win Your Divorce Win Your Divorce

Languages

English

Activity

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