team-member

Richard Alan Dinnebier

Tustin, CA

N/A

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

I am a Certified Family Law Specialist serving the Orange County, California area as an attorney/partner at Dinnebier & Demmerle. I emphasize the amicable resolution of all cases outside the courtroom, but have the experience and expertise to litigate difficult and complex cases. I am well-respected in the family law legal community by fellow lawyers and the judicial officers handling family law matters. I strive to offer quality legal services to obtain the best result in the shortest reasonable time.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

17671 Irvine Blvd #120Tustin, CA, 92780 Office (714) 838-1099 17671 Irvine Blvd #120Tustin, CA, 92780 Office (714) 838-1099(714) 838-1099

Office: (855) 971-2052

Website: N/A

Reviews

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!

Andrew
February 20, 2018

I hired Mr. Dinnebier to file for a divorce. From the first consultation, you could tell he was understanding, experienced, and knowledgeable. He explained the whole divorce process, and helped me file the petition, draft a agreement with my ex, and I had a fair dissolution judgement in 8 months. He is a great attorney for getting a quick and fair divorce. I am on great terms with my ex, and I still remember all the great advice I got from Mr Dinnebier during difficult times.

Carol
June 22, 2017

Mr. Dinnebier was recommended to me by another attorney (a friend) who very highly respected him and his work. I went into the office for the first time, completely broken and lost, and immediately, his calm voice, the box of Kleenex he handed me, and his understanding of my situation brought me to the point where I started to heal. His work was detailed and complete, and he explored all options with me. He contacted me as needed and was there for me when I called with questions and concerns about my situation and case. He stood beside me every step of the way. While I never did want this divorce, he made me feel confident that life would go on through his demeanor and his ability to thoroughly protect my rights interests. I would recommend him highly and were I back in the same shoes I was in then, I would use him again. There is NO question about it.

Dean
September 27, 2016

I hired Richard Dinnebier to handle my divorce and have worked with him on and off for 5 years. He is a very professional and straightforward attorney who truly cares about his clients! He is a quiet and calming presence in the storm of divorce but will be aggressive when needed. Richard explained the process of divorce, going to trial, "what if" scenarios, etc. I never felt rushed conversing with him either in his office or on the phone. He always gave me his honest opinion and told it like it was. I always felt he had a personal interest in me and my case, I didn't feel like I was just another client. Richard is one of the few lawyers who give lawyers a good name. I highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a family attorney.

anonymous
January 22, 2016

During my divorce process several years ago Richard was actually the fourth lawyer I had representing me. I fired the first three, at significant expense for various reasons. Primarily the first three just told me what I wanted to hear so that they could get my retainer. I ended up paying my ex-wife almost $2000 per month, the first three told me I'd end up paying $1,000 to $1,500 per month, meanwhile my ex-wife's attorney is telling her she'll get between $2500 and $4000 per month. During my time with these lawyers it felt like they dragged things on as much as possible, and didn't act aggressively when there was an opportunity to negotiate a settlement before going to court. I always felt like I was battling my ex-wife and my lawyers, all three of them. Finally a friend recommended I speak with Richard Dinnebier. Richard took the time to tell me how the process works, and it is not pretty. He explained the range of things that might happen, and what should happen, but was honest enough to explain that with all of the judicial discretion that is available, going to court is a crapshoot at best, and no one really knows for sure. Richard is respectful and honest, always makes the time for you, doesn't nickel and dime you on expenses, and is also a great negotiator to work with. This year I was forced to retire early, and again I asked Richard to represent me as I wanted to go to court to get a reduction or elimination of the alimony I had been paying. I must admit, I almost gave away the store to get closure on the process, but Richard advised me and helped negotiate a much better deal than I would have been able to get without him. Richard isn't the least expensive lawyer out there, but I spent close to $30K on bad lawyers, learning the hard way, that sometimes you have to pay a little extra to get quality. His staff is also great to work with, no attitudes!

Jon
January 18, 2016

I had a very difficult divorce with custody issues, move requests and an ex that was just relentless. I started with a different attorney, who fought hard yet after nine months, suggested I seek another counsel because he had exhausted his “cards”. Being about a week away from trial, I sought Richard after recommendations from a few co-workers. Richard took the case and worked tirelessly, to prepare for a difficult trail with a lengthy custody evaluation. The results of the trial went favorably to me, with me acquiring 50% custody as well as the move order being denied. I was elated to have my kids again. After a further twelve months of various court dates, and meetings, Richard was able to finally bring the nightmare I had been living to a successful close. I can’t say enough about Richard and his professionalism, demeanor and attention to detail. He is well respected in the Orange County attorney community and it shows. Richard was not only supportive to me during this process he was strategic, and helped channel my emotions from making irrational decisions. Overall, Richard was a compassionate, understanding and extremely competent attorney who knows the in’s and out’s of the legal system and will do his best to bring both parties to an amicable agreement. Thank you Richard for your hard work and dedication to my case!

anonymous
December 22, 2015

My divorce was difficult for a number of factors. Mr. Dinnebier remained calm, prepared, and focused throughout. He was able to deflect attacks and achieve a reasonable settlement. I unconditionally recommend him.

Montel
December 7, 2015

I cannot say enough good things about Richard Dinnebier. Going through the divorce process is a stressful and emotional experience, but I have to say that Richard did everything he could to keep the experience as positive as possible. He was courteous and efficient. He explained the process and alleviated my stress at every possible opportunity. It was clear that he wanted to help achieve a fair and equitable solution. I felt very safe every step of the way and confident that he always had my best interests at heart. Also, it was clear throughout the entire process that he has extensive knowledge and expertise in the area of family law. I have tremendous respect for him as a person and as a professional. Thank you, Richard!

Aki
January 2, 2015

Mr. Dinnebier handled my divorce in 2013-14. He is knowledgeable and so trustworthy that my ex ended up asking me to double check what HIS attorney told HIM with Mr. Dinnebier during the process. I am a pretty low key person, and Mr. Dinnebier understood my need to keep the process as calm as possible. Also, he knows when to get aggressive for my benefit. I highly recommend Mr. Dinnebier.

Andrew
June 29, 2012

This attorney has years of experience and has been fair and ethical thorughout a long, long divorce. Communication has been excellent. One good sign; other attorneys and courthouse personnel all seem to know and like him. At times, I wish he was a cutthroat attorney but that was my anger and his approach was to get through the process with as few hassles and fights as possible. The opposing party was constantly hostile and unreasonable but he kept to the plan and seemed to really care about his clients best interests. If your goal is to damage someone you may do better elsewhere but if you want to come out with the best possible postion, I would recommend him.

anonymous
June 28, 2012

Funny, I just had dinner with several good friends 2 nights ago. They could not thank me enough for the referral of Richard Dinnebier for their divorce or their children's and several of their friends divorce! The comments that he is amazing, honest, knows the law and his work, professional,can turn any situation into a resolution. People who have fired other attorneys, say, that he is outstanding. I know Richard on a personal level, and is by far the nicest person you will meet. From that night, I had 7 people that had used Richard and could not thank me enough for such a great attorney! That makes you feel good. Especially when you refer an attorney!! Richard is an outstanding, wonderful person and he has helped so many people get a good result in such a traumatic time in their life! I highly recommend and am lucky to know him. Richard has helped me twice personally, and I will never forget how he handled each situation, he is awesome!