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William Stanley Fitch
also known as Law Office of William Fitch
About William
Biography
I have over twenty years of experience in landlord tenant law
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
85%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
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William Stanley Fitch's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jayden | December 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
I hired Family Law Matters for a divorce about 8 months ago. My divorce is now final, just waiting for the final judgment. I met with Bill and Gina regularly before my hearings. They kept me updated as to the status of my case and they reached out to me many times during the process to talk things th...
Posted by anonymous | January 8, 2015
At Beginning: Easy Case, go to war for you... Towards Ending: Let's settle (for practically nothing)...
Tenant / Landlord Case: A typical client and lawyer discussion would be me leaving a voicemail and Mr. Fitch will respond via email. Mr. Fitch is a good writer, however did not offer much in strategy or advice in terms of recovering our damages. Mr. Fitch’s attitude in the beginning went from “go to...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2014
Great Trial Attorney
Bill handled a trial for me a few. He is absolutely amazing in his ability. I was very impressed in his skill and knowledge. He made the other attorney look like a fool. I was extremely happy with my experience. Not only is Bill very good in court, he is also very helpful and very knowledgeable. I wo...
Posted by Sharon | June 19, 2014
Single Lodger Law Authority
William generously shared with me his expertise about California Single Lodger Law even though he doesn't practice where I am located in Marin County and I couldn't hire him to help me with my problem. His knowledge is very valuable because very few attorneys, much less law enforcement, know this so...
Posted by Simon | June 11, 2014
Bill is a Rock Star!
Bill is a rock star! A superb attorney. Awesome in court. If you are in a pinch and need someone in your corner to come out slugging, hire this man. What else is there to say? He's the bomb. I hired Bill for a property case. Everyone told me it was a dead-bang loser. Bill took the case anyway and won...
William Stanley Fitch's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Mr. Fitch is an experienced attorney who concentrates in the area of Family Law. He is knowledgeable and works hard to get the best possible result. I endorse this lawyer."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Extremely knowledgable in the vast expanse of family law"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Fitch is an active contributor to Avvo, generously sharing his time and wealth of expertise helping others. He knows the law and has practiced law for years. When you need an attorney , and you will and are near his office, call him and set up an appointment."
"Our firm does not handle out-of-state divorce cases. When a So-Cal divorce matter comes to our office we direct them to only one lawyer -- William Fitch, Esq. We know our reputation is safe."
"Mr. Fitch is one of the more active contributors to Avvo, having answered more than 1800 questions and providing useful information."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Certificate of Appreciation, Family Law Matters
2018
Rating of 9.0, AVVO
2018
Rating of 9.4, AVVO
2018
Rating of 9.7, AVVO
2018
Rating of 9.8, AVVO
2017
Top Trial Attorney, Family Law Matters
2017
Top 100 Law Firm, Inland Empire Magazine
2016
Legal Eagle, Family Law Matters
2016
10 best, American Institute of Family Attorneys
2016
15 year anniversary, LexisNexis
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
Top Atttorneys, Inland Empire Magazine
2015
Distinguished Law Firm, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
AVVO Top Contributor, 1861 Questions Answered
Work Experience
2008 - 2016
Owner, Law Office of William S. Fitch
2007 - 2008
Attorney, Kinkle, Rodiger & Spriggs, Pa
2000 - 2008
Attorney, Stephen Durringer
1999 - 2000
Attorney, Famularo & Associates
Associations
2018 - Present
Hemet Bar Association
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Orange County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
In re John and Jane Doe
Favorable to client
Doe vs. Doe
Favorable outcome for client
John Doe vs. Jane Doe
Case concluded with favorable outcome
IRMO Doe
Judgment for Our Client
Debt Collection Case in Divorce Matter
Settled with favorable outcome
Orange County Case 30-2008-00113698
Judgment for Plaintiff $290,000
Orange County Case 30-2009-00314199
Judgement for Plaintiff $311,000.00
Orange County Case 30-2008-00113260
Defendants Settled - Confidential
Riverside Case MVC 1100377
Appeal sustained trial court ruling
Education
2000
Vocational College
Vocational Degree
1990
Citrus College
AA, AS
1980
Cal State Long Beach
N/A
Western State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
Family Law Matters
Family Law
2017
You Tube
Family Law
2017
Domestic VIolence and Child Custody Cases
Domestic Violence Seminar Attended
2016
CFLR Basic Family Law Seminar
Family Law Conference Attended
2015
Orange County Bar Association
Conducted Jury Trial with $290,000 verdict
2013
AVVO Website
Landlord Tenant Law On-line Forum
2011
Training Seminar
Landlord Tenant Law
2010
Training Seminar
Landlord Tenant Law
2006
Garcia v. Superior Court
Published Opinion with Argument
Publications
2018
Best Lawyer
Q and A
2017
Inland Empire Magazine
Top Law Firm
2017
Inland Empire Magaize
Best Lawyers Edition
2016
Questions and Answers in the legal forum
AVVO
2014
2006
137 Cal. App. 4th 342
Garcia v. Superior Court
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Has my landlord violated my exclusive right as a tenant to use and possess the rental property and can I cancel the lease? Thank
06 Jan 2020
Q&A
Can my landlord force me to participate in services not outlines in my contract?
07 Jan 2020
Q&A
Water leak for the second time from the upstairs apartment?
07 Jan 2020