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Richard Paul Sullivan

Irvine, CA

Licensed for 43 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and Family

Language

English

About

For more information on Attorney Richard Sullivan, visit: https://www.sullivan-law.com/attorneys/richard-sullivan/Regarded as one of the top Family Lawyers in Orange County, Richard has tried more than 10,000 family law cases over the past 36 years involving issues such as dissolution of marriage, child custody, child visitation, child support, spousal support, division of property, paternity, legal separation, prenuptial agreements, adoptions, guardianships, domestic violence, modifications of spousal support or child support, contempt proceedings relating to non-payment of child support and spousal support in post judgment matters, inter-country jurisdiction issues and termination of parental rights.Honing his court room skills as a criminal defense litigator beginning in 1978, and sitting as a judge pro tem in 1985, '86, '87, '89, and '96. Richard has focused solely on family law since 1996. Among his clients Richard is appreciated for both his compassionate disposition, as well as the results he delivers. Among court officers and colleagues, Richard is respected for his tenacity, legal knowledge and trial skills.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

Sullivan Law & Associates1920 Main StreetSuite 250Irvine, CA, 92614

Office: (949) 565-4624

Website: N/A

Reviews

Mason
August 19, 2016

I was falsely accused of domestic violence and several other accusations. Mr. Sullivan was able to prove my ex was lying about everything at family court trial. My custody rights were restored and I was able to use the family court testimony and get my crimal case dismissed. Thank you for saving my sons life! I have 50/50 custody.

anonymous
June 21, 2014

I don't know what to say about Richard Sullivan, except he is the best of the best. Richard defended me in a false allegation of domestic violence. He also handled my divorce, and child custody matters. I went from no time with my son to over 70% parenting time with my son. Yes, Richard Sullivan is not cheap, but he delivers results. Thank you Richard Sullivan!

anonymous
February 8, 2017

Rick is a professional, and a former boss. He is kind, yet assertive, and he cares about his clients. He takes his cases seriously, and he is helpful, and empathetic. He is an excellent choice during difficult times.

Eric
March 7, 2014

Richard Sullivan very much cares about fighting for your custody rights. He understands how stressful divorce and custody battles can be and puts you at ease. I was able to sleep at night knowing Mr. Sullivan was representing me.

anonymous
December 12, 2011

Mr. Sullivan the Great!! I have had Mr. Sullivan represent me in the past & His work has been outstanding. He has never been reprimanded by the judge. His fees have always been reasonable & fair. Not to mention, he has always been understanding. I even got custody of my son. What more can you ask for? Thank you Mr. Sullivan

Shelly
December 7, 2011

Richard represented me in obtaining child support for my three children. I had a rather unique cash for kids deal and haven't received support for the past 9 years. Support is usually derived from a formula based upon declared income. In my case, my ex is a con man and provided meager support to back up his stated paltry income. Richard was able to lead the judge with inquiries causing the defendant to look ridiculous. As a result, the judge ruled outside of the norm and based his support amount not upon income but expenses. Subsequent to the ruling, my ex has refused to pay and Richard is proactively obtaining a writ to freeze monies declared in the court proceeding. Richard has been there every step of the way. He truly is compassionate.

anonymous
December 7, 2011

I was a young and impressionable father who had just turned twenty-four. I had been wrongfully accused of domestic violence against our just six-week-old son so his mother could get a leg-up on custody. It was Richard then and it is Richard now that has allowed our son to receive more than he could have gotten from any other attorney. The reasons are endless and compounded on Richard’s intellect, ability, and legal expertise. Richard also has a general good nature and presence that all should aspire to. For six years now I have been entrenched in family court and for the last three of those years as a law school student. I have yet to met anyone inside these institutions that have anything but profound respect and continual admiration for likely the best family law attorney in Orange County.

anonymous
December 5, 2011

Richard has that unique combination of an attorney who both cares for his clients and fights hard for them. Richard represented me in my divorce. My husband made all kinds of false accusations about me and got a restraining order that kept me from my child. I then hired Richard Sullivan. After speaking with him, I knew that RIchard felt my pain about being separated from my child. In court Richard's skill was amazing and, as an aside, he seemed to know everyone in the courthouse in Orange County. I now have custody of my child because of Richard. He gives the legal profession a good name.

Bettina Layland
October 18, 2010

Wish I would have known him before I went threw 5 bad attorneys. He does his job beautifully! Worth the hiring price, but he does get pricey. Keep track of what your paying for.

anonymous
April 24, 2019

Mr. Sullivan took a 7,000 restrainer from me and then doesn’t know who I am when I call. I have had to repeat facts of my case to him multiple times and it seems as though each time he is hearing these facts for the first time. His receptionist, Briley is unprofessional and rude over the phone and hard to deal in person because she dresses so innapropriately and has an angry demeanor. I blame myself for not looking into this attorney further before hiring this office for such an important matter. My only hope is that someone else will see this know better before hiring Mr. Sullivan.

Mason
August 19, 2016

I was falsely accused of domestic violence and several other accusations. Mr. Sullivan was able to prove my ex was lying about everything at family court trial. My custody rights were restored and I was able to use the family court testimony and get my crimal case dismissed. Thank you for saving my sons life! I have 50/50 custody.

anonymous
June 21, 2014

I don't know what to say about Richard Sullivan, except he is the best of the best. Richard defended me in a false allegation of domestic violence. He also handled my divorce, and child custody matters. I went from no time with my son to over 70% parenting time with my son. Yes, Richard Sullivan is not cheap, but he delivers results. Thank you Richard Sullivan!

anonymous
February 8, 2017

Rick is a professional, and a former boss. He is kind, yet assertive, and he cares about his clients. He takes his cases seriously, and he is helpful, and empathetic. He is an excellent choice during difficult times.

Eric
March 7, 2014

Richard Sullivan very much cares about fighting for your custody rights. He understands how stressful divorce and custody battles can be and puts you at ease. I was able to sleep at night knowing Mr. Sullivan was representing me.

anonymous
December 12, 2011

Mr. Sullivan the Great!! I have had Mr. Sullivan represent me in the past & His work has been outstanding. He has never been reprimanded by the judge. His fees have always been reasonable & fair. Not to mention, he has always been understanding. I even got custody of my son. What more can you ask for? Thank you Mr. Sullivan

Shelly
December 7, 2011

Richard represented me in obtaining child support for my three children. I had a rather unique cash for kids deal and haven't received support for the past 9 years. Support is usually derived from a formula based upon declared income. In my case, my ex is a con man and provided meager support to back up his stated paltry income. Richard was able to lead the judge with inquiries causing the defendant to look ridiculous. As a result, the judge ruled outside of the norm and based his support amount not upon income but expenses. Subsequent to the ruling, my ex has refused to pay and Richard is proactively obtaining a writ to freeze monies declared in the court proceeding. Richard has been there every step of the way. He truly is compassionate.

anonymous
December 7, 2011

I was a young and impressionable father who had just turned twenty-four. I had been wrongfully accused of domestic violence against our just six-week-old son so his mother could get a leg-up on custody. It was Richard then and it is Richard now that has allowed our son to receive more than he could have gotten from any other attorney. The reasons are endless and compounded on Richard’s intellect, ability, and legal expertise. Richard also has a general good nature and presence that all should aspire to. For six years now I have been entrenched in family court and for the last three of those years as a law school student. I have yet to met anyone inside these institutions that have anything but profound respect and continual admiration for likely the best family law attorney in Orange County.

anonymous
December 5, 2011

Richard has that unique combination of an attorney who both cares for his clients and fights hard for them. Richard represented me in my divorce. My husband made all kinds of false accusations about me and got a restraining order that kept me from my child. I then hired Richard Sullivan. After speaking with him, I knew that RIchard felt my pain about being separated from my child. In court Richard's skill was amazing and, as an aside, he seemed to know everyone in the courthouse in Orange County. I now have custody of my child because of Richard. He gives the legal profession a good name.

Bettina Layland
October 18, 2010

Wish I would have known him before I went threw 5 bad attorneys. He does his job beautifully! Worth the hiring price, but he does get pricey. Keep track of what your paying for.

anonymous
April 24, 2019

Mr. Sullivan took a 7,000 restrainer from me and then doesn’t know who I am when I call. I have had to repeat facts of my case to him multiple times and it seems as though each time he is hearing these facts for the first time. His receptionist, Briley is unprofessional and rude over the phone and hard to deal in person because she dresses so innapropriately and has an angry demeanor. I blame myself for not looking into this attorney further before hiring this office for such an important matter. My only hope is that someone else will see this know better before hiring Mr. Sullivan.