Heather Cullen | Riverside Family Lawyer
Heather Cullen
Certified Family Law Specialist
Divorce & Family Law, Divorce, Family Law, Custody & Visitation, Child Support
https://www.cullenfamilylawgroup.com/
- Law Office: Cullen Family Law Group
- Law School: University of California, Davis School of Law, J.D. 1997
- Status: In Good Standing * Status is reviewed annually, For latest information visit here
- Licensed: 26 years
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introduction
Attorney Cullen is a native Southern Californian who graduated Cum Laude with a dual Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy & in Law and Society from the University of California, Riverside. Attorney Cullen then earned her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of California at Davis School of Law.
Attorney Cullen is currently an active member of the State Bar of California. She is licensed to practice law in the State of California as well as the U.S. District Court Central District of California. Attorney Cullen is also an active member of the Riverside County and San Bernardino County Bar Associations.
Attorney Cullen founded the firm that has grown into the Cullen Family Law Group in 1998 and has practiced exclusively in the Riverside and San Bernardino courts for over 25 years. Her years of knowledge provide clients with a fast track through filing procedures and issues that unrepresented clients may encounter as difficult and time-consuming. Attorney Cullen has established a law firm that puts clients first and applies cutting-edge technology to provide effective and reliable legal representation.
If you are contemplating divorce, if your spouse has filed for divorce, or if you have any other family law issue, we invite you to contact one of our lawyers today for a confidential consultation.
QUESTIONNAIRE
Represented a party who was divorcing. The divorce included high asset division including a family business and many properties. The party I represented was awarded a large share of the family business and community assets. Further, children were involved in the matter and my client was awarded sole legal and physical custody and well as child support, spousal support and attorney fees.
How did you build a successful practice?Dedication to individual client needs and utilization of cutting edge technology to provide efficient and individualized legal representation.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?Honesty, Trustworthiness, Knowledge and Understanding of State Family Law with Application of Local Rules.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?It is very important to choose an attorney who practices in the courthouse wherein the client's matter is being heard and determined. An attorney who practices in the courthouse regularly is familiar with judicial officers, the local rules and the courthouse policies that are followed to accelerate the flow of the client's matter through the courthouse system.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?Our office does not provide free consultations; however, the consultation is a minimal fee of $50 and, if the client chooses to hire us for legal representation, the fee is applied to the retainer.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?I practice exclusively family law. I have been practicing family law in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for over 20 years.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?Client Satisfaction. Family law issues are extremely emotional and expensive. It is rewarding to provide a legal and emotional support system for clients during this difficult time in their lives.
What are your other interests in addition to law?My family.
Are you involved in your community?I am a contributor to various local charities; including organizations to eliminate child hunger in the Inland Empire, assisting to provide basic needs to homeless children in the Inland Empire and education resources to children.
Experience
| Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managing Attorney | Cullen & Murphy | Riverside, CA | 1998-Present |
Education
| School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California, Davis School of Law | J.D. | Law School | 1997 |
| University of California, Davis School of Law | JD | Law | 1997 |
| University of California - Riverside | BA | Philosophy / Law & Society | 1993 |
Admission
| State / Court | Date |
|---|---|
| California State Bar | 1998 |
Associations
- State Bar of California
United States District Court for the Central District of California
San Bernardino County Bar Association
Riverside County Bar Association
American Bar Association
Honors & Awards
- Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2019
Client Champion - Platinum Distinction
Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award
Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2018
Who's Who in the Inland Empire
Inland Empire Magazine
2018
Top 10% Law Firm in Country [Managing Attorney]
Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Divorce Lawyer of the Year 2017 - Riverside County
North America News
2017
Top Lawyer Law Firm (Senior Attorney)
Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Top 10% Law Firm in Country
Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Who's Who of the Inland Empire
Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Top 100 Lawyers
American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top 10 Family Law Firm (Client Satisfaction)
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Law Lawyers
The National Advocates
2017
Esteemed Lawyer of America
Esteemed Lawyers of America
2017
Top 10 Family Law Attorney in California
American Jurist Institute
2017
10 Best Attorney re Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Leading Lawyers
Inland Empire Magazine
2017
Inland Empire Top Lawyer
Inland Empire Magazine
2016
Outstanding Women Leaders
Inland Empire Magazine
2016
Top 10 Best Attorney re: Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 10 Best Family Law Attorney in California
American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Member
Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Top 100 Lawyers
American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Client Distinction Award
Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Inland Empire Top Lawyer
Inland Empire Magazine
2015
Outstanding Women Leaders
Inland Empire Magazine
2015
Woman of Distinction / Outstanding Women of the Inland Empire
Inland Empire Magazine
2014
Outstanding Women Leaders
Inland Empire Magazine
2014
Outstanding Women in Law
Inland Empire Magazine
2014
Inland Empire Top Lawyer
Inland Empire Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer
Inland Empire Magazine
2013
Cases
Doe v. Doe Practice Area:Family Outcome:Sole legal and physical custody to client. Description:Establishment of parental action regarding child custody. Marriage of Smith, John & Jane Practice Area:Divorce & Separation Outcome: Parties obtain an equitable judgment with awards of child custody, support and attorney fees. Description: Dissolution of Marriage Action (Names Omitted for Privacy). Division of large assets including real property, child custody and visitation terms, child and spousal support assessed, attorney fees requested. Disclaimer: Lawyer case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case undertaken by the lawyer.
Publications
- Cullen & Murphy Blog
California child custody talks should also involve emergency plan
Cullen & Murphy Blog
Financial planning important following divorce in California
Cullen & Murphy Blog
Enjoy the holidays post-divorce in California
Cullen & Murphy Blog
Setting a positive tone for divorce in California
Cullen & Murphy Family Law Blog
Minimize costs in divorce proceeding in California
Article by Heather M. Cullen
California court decision on pensions important for divorcing couples
Article by Heather M. Cullen
Divorce can derail a California family business
Cullen & Murphy, Family Law Blog
California grandparents often need more than visitation rights
Cullen & Murphy, Family Law Blog
Supreme Court hears child custody case for Native American child
Cullen & Murphy, Family Law Blog
Pre- and postnuptial agreements help in property division matters
Office Hours
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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Legal Articles
California Court Decisions on Pensions Important for Divorcing Couples (2016-02-13 19:02:53)
California Court Decisions on Pensions Important for Divorcing Couples
Divorce Can Derail a California Family Business (2016-02-13 19:04:24)
The affects of divorce on family owned businesses
Domestic Violence: How Can a Protective Order Protect You? (2016-02-13 19:05:46)
Domestic Violence: How Can a Protective Order Protect You?
The California Approach to Alimony Awards in Divorce (2016-02-13 19:07:39)
The California Approach to Alimony Awards in Divorce
Child Support Obligations in California, The Basics (2016-02-13 19:08:51)
Child Support Obligations in California, The Basics
Understanding The Routes To Different Child Custody Situations In California (2016-02-13 19:10:36)
Understanding The Routes To Different Child Custody Situations In California
How To Tell If You Are Ready For A Divorce (2016-02-13 19:13:12)
How To Tell If You Are Ready For A Divorce
Are Fathers' and Mothers' Rights Different (2016-02-13 19:14:14)
Are Fathers' and Mothers' Rights Different
Is co-parenting the right decision for your family? (2017-08-24 17:50:08)
More courts are moving towards shared parenting, or co-parenting, which is when both parents share custody and care of the child. You might stop being a husband or wife, but you will always be mom or dad, and so will the other parent.
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Additional Info
Dedicated Exclusively to Family Law
Fee: Fees determined on a case by case basis.
Service Type: Private
Language: English
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