Richard A. Lewis | Woodland Hills Estate Lawyer

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About Richard
In addition to providing legal services to the greater community in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas, Richard Lewis is a volunteer mediator in the Family Law Department of the Van Nuys Court and a Fee Dispute Arbitrator for the San Fernando Valley Bar Association Fee Dispute Arbitration Program which Mr. Lewis started during his term as President of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association.
Mr. Lewis's mission is to provide quality legal services to the general public in an efficient manner at a reasonable price.
A war veteran, Mr. Lewis served as an Armored Cavalry Platoon Leader with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Viet Nam where he was awarded the Purple Heart.
Offering free consultation. Call today to learn more about my fee structure.
Experience
Attorney
Law Offices of Richard A. Lewis
Present
Woodland Hills, CA
Admission
California
1988
Education
California State University
Masters
1979
California State University
Bachelors
1971


Recognitions & Achievements
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Beverly Hills Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service Member2015 - Present
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United States District Court for the Southern District of California Member2008 - Present
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United States Supreme Court Bar Member2007 - Present
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Los Angeles County Bar Association Member1988 - Present
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association Member1988 - Present
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State Bar of California Member1988 - Present
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United States District Court for the Central District of California Member1988 - Present
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Los Angeles County Bar Association | Probate and Estate Planning Section | Member
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Beverly Hills Bar Association | Probate and Estate Planning Section | Member
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association | Probate and Estate Planning Section | Member
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Los Angeles County Bar Association | Lawyer Referral and Information Service | Member
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Bet Tzedek Legal Services | Past Member | Legal Services Managing Committee
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Multicultural Bar Alliance Former SFVBA Reative N/Apresent
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Valley Community Legal Foundation | Former Member Board of Directors
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San Fernando Valley Neighborhood Legal Services | Former Member Board of Directors
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Beverly Hills Bar Association | Member
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association Immediate Past President2006 - 2007
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Los Angeles County Bar Association Board of Trustees2006 - 2009
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association President2005 - 2006
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association President-Elect2004 - 2005
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association Secretary2003 - 2004
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association Treasurer2002 - 2003
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San Fernando Valley Bar Association Trustee2001 - 2002
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Super Lawyer Super Lawyers Magazine2012
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Certificate of Recognition State of California Senate2006
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Certificate of Appreciation California State Assembly2006
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Certificate of Recognition Office of City Attorney-Los Angeles2006
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Proclamation Attorney General for State of California2006
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Certificate of Appreciation City of Los Angeles2006
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Purple Heart U.S. Army1969
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Exceptional Achievement Award (Future Interest) | Southwestern University School of Law
Notable Work
Estate of Alvarado
Obtained court permission to take out loan on property to payoff reverse mortgage and pay all costs of administration. House distributed to mom.
In re Etate of Coplan, 123 Cal App.4th 1384, 20 Cal Rpt 3rd 680
Held that a Pesonal Representative's Petition for Fees is not a will contest.
Valley Lawyer magazine (SFVBA) President's Message
2005
San Fernando Valley Business Journal New Bar Head Seeks Diversity
2005
California Lawyer Magazine Heart and Soul Practitioners
1998
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
In a probate case, my client's mother was facing the lost of her home because her husband had died and the reverse mortgage holder was threating to foreclose on the house if the balance due on the reverse mortgage was not paid. The house was in the husband's name only and he had used the entire credit line. I was able to get court approval for a loan on the property in order to pay-off the reverse mortgage and then place the house in the name of the client's mother.
How did you build a successful practice?
I build a successful practice by concentrating on a few areas of law and becoming as knowledgeable in those areas as possible. I focused on marketing the practice to a target audience using every method I could. I then tried to provide the best service I could to my client's so that they would recommend me to others looking for legal representation.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
A client should look for a lawyer who is knowledgeable and competence. A client should also look for a lawyer who attempts to resolve legal matters in the most expedient manner possible that is in the client's interest.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
Local knowledge is important to the success of cases because each court has it's own way of operating that may be different from other courts. Knowing those differences can help obtaining the best results for the client.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
In a free phone consultation I can provide client's with general information regarding the law as it applies to the client's particular situation.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
In a free phone consultation, I first need to know what is the problem or situation that requires my help. Second, I need to know the general facts regarding the problem or situation that needs to be addressed.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
Since all lawyers are knowable about the law, the main difference is the background and experience that I have that I bring to the practice of law.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
The most rewarding aspect of my job is to know that I that I have made a difference in someone's live by being able to resolve their legal problem.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
My other interests in addition to law are reading, traveling, cooking, chess, genealogy, and history.
Are you involved in your community?
Yes. I am involved in my community through the Bar Association that I was fortunate to be the president of, and also through volunteering through my Bar Association.
Additional Info
Law Offices of Richard A. Lewis Highlights
Estate, Divorce & Family Law, Guardianships & Conservatorships