Richard Forrest Gould-Saltman

Richard Forrest Gould-Saltman

4.3
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 47 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Richard

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

47 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 47 years

State: California

Acquired: 1978

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Richard Forrest Gould-Saltman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Family Fun

Richard was extremely knowledgable thorough and practical. He's also hilarious which goes a long way in writing a prenup!

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Richard Forrest Gould-Saltman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Webb Millsaps

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gould-Saltman consistently gives thoughtful and practical responses in this forum. His writing is cogent and his legal analysis demonstrates his considerable knowledge and skill. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Other

"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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H. Aalsberg

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The Lawyer to choose when you need the best result he is dedicated and highly skilled. I endorse him."

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Sean Cleary

Child custody lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer has a fantastic reputation and his experience speaks for itself. This lawyer will serve every client excellently and diligently."

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Robert Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Gordon

Unknown lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is thoughtful and provides useful content for the consideration of other attorneys."

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Steven Henry

Family lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Other

"I know this attorney from my participation and attendance at ABA Family Law Section meetings. I endorse this lawyer."

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Marcus Morales

Unknown lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Child custody lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Child custody lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Abraham Chaparian

Family lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gould-Saltman always seems to have very well thought-out answers on AVVO which I can appreciate as a fellow attorney. It's great that there are lawyers who are willing to help the community at large with their expertise and knowledge."

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Michael Schwerin

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gould-Saltman consistently gives excellent advice here on AVVO. He has excellent knowledge of the law and a demonstrated ability to help people solve their problems."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"With a great track record of hundreds of published answers to consumer questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Gould-Saltman is skilled and knows the law well, too. Kudos."

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Patrick Baghdaserians

Child custody lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Richard is an asset to the family law community. Very nice person and very approachable. Kudos Richard!"

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Philip Marr

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Gould-Saltman has always been a terrific resource for me as a family law lawyer in Los Angeles. He's generous with his time in sharing his well-informed responses, not just here on Avvo, but with other attorneys who seek his counsel on unfamiliar or complex issues. I make it a point to read his Listserve postings."

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Heather Cullen

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gould-Saltman provides thoughtful and educated answers to difficult legal issues that are presented herein."

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Kevin Burke

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hans Gillinger

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gould-Satman's knowledge and expertise in the area of family law is clear from the quality of his postings on Avvo."

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Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney. Well respected."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

N/A

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Gould-Saltman Law Offices, LLP

Education

N/A

USC Law School

law

Speaking Engagements

2014

BHBA Family Law Symposium

Non-Cash Executive Compensation In Family Law

2012

CEB The Basics: Family Law

Child Custody: The Basics

2010

APA Annual Meeting/Convention

Psychological Opinions in Parenting Disputes---Ethics, Practicality, Tension Among Systems

2010

ABA Family Law Section Meeting (Oct. 2010)

Parenting Plans Zero to 3

2009

AFCC Annual Meeting

"You signed WHAT?" Informed Consent in custody evaluations and court-ordered therapy

2008

Family Law Pre-Trial Preparation: What to do, and What Not

Family Law Pre-Trial Preparation

2007

2007 Law Education Institute/Colorado State Bar

Court-Ordered Therapy for Adults and Children in Child Custody Cases

2006

LACBA/LACPA Joint Presentation

Making Court-Ordered Therapy Work in Family Law Cases

2005

Tax and Financial Planning Issues of Domestic Partnerships

Tax and Financial Planning Issues of Domestic Partnerships

Publications

2014

Child Custody Litigation and Practice, California C.E.B. Modification Jurisdiction and Procedure For Interstate/ International Cases

2014

ACFLS Family Law Specialist Abbreviated Parenting Assessments: Risks and Rewards

2013

2010

ABA Family Advocate "Problems With The Plan"

2008

State Bar Family Law News Burglarizing Your Own Home: People v. Gill

Languages

English

Activity

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