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Michael Young
The Law Office of Michael Young
1980 Orangetree Lane
Suite 260
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: (909) 748-0119 | Fax: (909) 748-0112
http://www.familylawinlandempire.com
Inland Empire's Premier Divorce Law Attorney
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
We specialize in divorce cases and handle all issues related to Family Law, including child custody, child support, visitation rights, dissolution of marriage, domestic violence and restraining orders, spousal support, and division of property rights.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Annulment
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Delinquent Support Payments
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Restraining Orders
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1999
Bar Number: 205031
Other Court Admissions
Superior Court of the State of California, and United States District Court.
Association Memberships
Our attorneys are members of the California State Bar, San Bernardino County Bar Association, Riverside County Bar Association and the Hemet Bar Association, and licensed to practice in United States District Courts.
Continuing Education
Every year, I attend San Bernardino County seminars and conferences regarding recent developments in Family Law including issues related to divorce, child custody, child visitation, support, property division, domestic violence, and separation. Additionally, I continually stay abreast of all current divorce-related issues through current case reports.
Papers and Publications
I have been interviewed and quoted many times in articles published by The Press Enterprise newspaper of Southern California regarding dissolution of marriage, matters of property division and the housing and equity issues of divorce.
Example Cases
The majority of the cases handled by our Firm involve divorce and associated matters including, child custody, visitation, child and spousal support, property division, and separation.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Southwestern University School of Law
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1999
Honors:
I received the American Jurisprudence Award and graduated in the top ten percent of my law school class (Dean's List).
Focus and Accomplishments:
I hold a Juris Doctor Degree, with extensive study in Family Law and Moot Court, among other focus areas.
Degree:
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
School:
California State University, San Bernardino
City:
San Bernardino
State:
CA
Year:
1995
Honors:
Graduated with Honors - Dean's List all four years.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Graduated with Honors - Dean's List all four years.
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Family law attorney's licensed to practice in California.
Firm Focus and History
Our attorneys hold over a decade of experience serving clients in San Bernardino County. The founder of the firm left a mid-sized firm to provide a broader array of services to clients at a higher level. Having a smaller firm with a reasonable case load, we focus on clients with closer attention, develop more personalized legal representation.
Our firm focuses on the individual needs of our clients in the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County court in matters if divorce and other areas of Family Law. Our attorneys are always available to answer any questions. Each case is assigned to an attorney and a paralegal that are intimately acquainted with each client's case and desired outcome. Although we specialize in aggressive and zealous representation, our representation is strictly determined by the client's wishes - either aggressive or conciliatory. The client is always informed each step of the way so that a fully informed decision can be made. No other divorce lawyer in San Bernardino County offers more personal or aggressive divorce representation, whether it involves child custody, visitation rights, support, or other issues related to dissolution of marriage.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to the founding of The Law Office of Michael R. Young, APC, I practiced at a mid-sized firm located in the Inland Empire. It was a litigation firm that demanded a high case load from every lawyer in a very specialized field. The narrow area of practice required short-term relationships and the inability to offer clients a broader area of representation.
Activities and Awards
I had an externship with the Honorable Robert Alberts, U.S. District Court, as well as with the Office of the United States Trustee.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
When clients retain the Law Office of Michael R. Young, APC to represent them through divorce the clients are fully informed about the legal issues that immediately impact their case. While it is usually good for clients to have a general understanding of the issues involved in their case, too much information could negatively impact a case, ultimately taking more time to work through and therefore costing clients more money if they are continually second-guessing the strategy of the case.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
The Law Office of Michael R. Young routinely requests that clients prepare a declaration or summary of the issues and / or chronology of divorce matters related to child custody, visitation, child support, property division, and separation, which we thoroughly review. It is helpful in the preparation of the case. However, we are a full-service law firm and will fully represent clients at all stages of their matter, from the pleading stage to court sessions in San Bernardino County.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
The Law Office of Michael R. Young, APC is a full-service law firm and does not merely prepare documents, but will fully represent clients at all stages of their dissolution of marriage case. Therefore, our office does not coach clients who represent themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I chose to become a lawyer to be of service to the people of my community with the desire to assist them during difficult times and, hopefully, improve the quality of their lives. Personally, I am an aggressive individual who enjoys a vigorous debate; character traits which lend themselves well to this profession.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Unlike many lawyers born with a silver spoon in their mouth, I came from a blue collar background and put myself through college and law school. My work experience includes a variety of jobs in the areas of construction, manufacturing and retail sales. This experience has enriched me with a great degree of people skills and knowledge to draw from, enabling me to be sensitive to client needs and to provide exceptional legal representation.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I thoroughly enjoy the challenges associated with representing clients through divorce because it involves a wide variety and array of issues, such as child custody, divorce, visitation rights and division of property. This area of law also allows for court room argument on a daily basis which, in turn, provides me with a considerable amount of courtroom experience and close client contact.
What do you like best about your career?
As a divorce attorney in San Bernardino County, I've been able to continually build upon my existing law experience and knowledge, and have provided clients in the community with exceptional legal representation. In turn, I've been able to experience a great sense of pride and accomplishment while becoming a recognized and respected leader in the community.
Tell us about your law firm:
The Law Office of Michael R. Young, APC has a wonderful support staff that compliments our attorneys. Our staff is always available and anxious to help. All cases are assigned to a specific paralegal that is intimately acquainted with and responsible for the preparation of documents. Being intimately familiar with each case, they are able to answer most questions or inquiries clients may have when the attorneys are in court.
What are your strengths and style?
The attorneys of our firm are aggressive litigators with extensive experience with the local courts. We present clients with realistic possible outcomes and are able to predict the best strategy for achieving a client's desired result. Aiding in our strength is exceptional staff, who are efficient and responsive to clients. Therefore, our attorneys are always well prepared for court and able to vigorously represent clients through separation and divorce.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy the outdoors, riding motorcycles with my brothers and father, camping, and spending time with my family.
Office Manager/Assistant
Lety Holmer.
Fax
(909) 748-0112
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Yes, Spanish.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$300 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
A free 30-minute consultation is offered for any client seeking legal representation through divorce and separation in San Bernardino County.
Typical Retainer
A typical retainer is approximately $4,000 for most dissolution of marriage matters.
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