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About George
Biography
Committed to the peaceful and respectful resolution of family law matters without resort to court imposed results.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
45%
36 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
36 years
Mediation
20%
36 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
10%
36 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in California for 52 years
State: California
Acquired: 1973
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of George B. Richardson
[email protected], Palo Alto, CA, 94303
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George Baker Richardson's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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A Happy Divorcee
I initially hired George to help review my MSA, but then, due to circumstances beyond our control, the mediation process went pear shaped, and I had to retain George to renegotiate a deal. We succeeded in negotiating a satisfactory compromise, and for that I am very very grateful.
Posted by Susan | May 31, 2015
Awesome Self Divorce Assistance
Don't usually post reviews, but George is an exception. I had a mostly amicable divorce situation, and wanted to keep legal costs down by filing my own paperwork. I had an initial consultation with George where he listened to my story and headed me in the right legal/paperwork direction. I did mos...
George Baker Richardson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. George Richardson is an outstanding Family Law practitioner in the South Bay and the Peninsula. He is a leader in the Collaborative Law Movement and is an excellent mediator and collaborative practitioner. He is knowledgeable and mature. I recommend him most highly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an outstanding attorney who passionately represents his clients."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I do not know Mr. Richardson personally but I have seen his many answers on this site to people writing in with legal questions. His answers are not just helpful but insightful. He has a knack for understanding the issue presented and responding to it. He no doubt expends his time and effort here for the benefit those with legal problems moving them in the direction they need to go. It's easy to endorse Mr. Richardson as an attorney."
"I've had the pleasure of serving on the Board of Collaborative Practice California with George for 7 years. George is smart, compassionate, analytical, and creative. He is patient, respectful, and positive. I am grateful to have worked with George and to continue to learn from his guidance. I give him my highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known George for over 15 years and have always found his professionalism and knowledge beyond reproach. He is wonderful to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known George Richardson for many years through our mutual participation in an on-line discussion forum for attorneys, and now through Avvo. I have been and remain impressed with his professional and intellectual abilities and his extraordinarily clear communication skills. George Richardson cares about his clients and the legal profession, two characteristics that result in good lawyering. I would have no hesitation whatever to refer even my best friend to him for legal assistance."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Richardson is one of the finest Family Law attorney's in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"A consummate Collaborative professional! At the local, state and national level, George works tirelessly to promote Collaborative Practice for the benefit of families everywhere. And most importantly, those who work with him as part of a Collaborative team, have the benefit of his intelligence, professionalism and commitment to excellence."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know George as a colleague and member of Collaborative Practice Silicon Valley. I have also had a collaborative divorce case with George. George is an excellent lawyer: very knowledgeable in the area of family law, highly skilled as a mediator and collaborative practitioner, and wholly dedicated to assiting parties in respectfully resolving their family issues out of court."
"I endorse this lawyer. George is an outstanding collaborative lawyer and is so recognized by his peers. If you have one brief meeting with him, you will see why."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known George for over 30 years. He is an excellent, fair and ethical attorney. I can recommend him highly with no reservations."
"I endorse George Richardson. George rented an office next to mine for several years. We discussed cases involving both estate and family law fairly often. George is smart and diligent. I refer clients to him for family law matters and no one has ever complained. Diane S. Greenberg Jorgenson, Siegel, McClure & Flegel, LLP Menlo Park, CA"
"I endorse this lawyer. George is a national leader in the collaborative divorce movement--a widely recognized trainer and a mentor to even advanced collaborative practitioners. His success clearly stems from his personal commitment to families, something seen not often enough in divorce lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer with whom I have worked for many years. George always uses his excellant skills whether he is represending a client as an advocate or in a collaborative law setting or when he is serving as a mediator to achieve the best results."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Eureka Award, CP Cal
Work Experience
1973 - Present
Lawyer & Mediator, Law & Mediation Office of George B. Richardson
Associations
2006 - Present
Collaborative Practice CaliforniaPresident, Secretary, Board of Directors since inception
1998 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsChaired and served on various committees
1990 - Present
Menlo Park Presbyterian ChurchDeacon; Choir: Member, President, Secretary, Board Member
Education
1972
Stanford Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
Princeton University
BA with Honors
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Numerous
Divorce Options: Choices about Divorce
N/A
Nearly every IACP Annual Forum
Various Aspects of Collaborative Practice
N/A
Every annual CP Cal "Celebration"
Various Aspects of Collaborative Practice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Visitation: fly daughter to the requested location for Thanksgiving or fly her to the place where her father resides?
18 Oct 2022
Q&A
Can they take my license because of adultery?
05 Jul 2022
Q&A
What percentage of my home do I own and can I bequeath my portion to my children?
02 Jul 2022