About Harold William Edgar

H. William Edgar is a Riverside-based family law attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing clients in divorce, custody, and support matters throughout Southern California. A lifelong member of the Riverside community, Mr. Edgar attended Arlington High School before earning his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He received his Juris Doctor from Southwestern University School of Law and was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1998.

Mr. Edgar is the founder of the Law Offices of H. William Edgar and serves as principal trial attorney. Since 2004, his practice has been devoted exclusively to family law. He handles a wide range of matters, including complex property division, high-conflict custody disputes, and post-judgment modifications. While he works to resolve cases efficiently where appropriate, he maintains an active trial practice and regularly litigates contested matters.

In addition to trial work, Mr. Edgar has experience in appellate practice and has appeared before the California Court of Appeal. He is well-regarded among colleagues and is familiar with the procedures and expectations of courts throughout Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties.

Mr. Edgar understands that family law matters often represent one of the most difficult periods in a client’s life. He provides candid advice, practical guidance, and focused advocacy aimed at achieving workable, long-term solutions.

 

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 14, 2015
Hired Attorney

Attorney Bill Edgar picked up my mess from another attorney I just fired and turned it golden. From paternity tests and issues, to past visitation and bio-mom trying to block every way I tried to interact with my son...whom I had not known till his 6th birthday when CPS called me asking if I wanted to go to my child custody hearing. I decided then and there to ride it all the way out.
My ex married someone else after a two week relationship with me. They named my son their name, one the birth cert., awarded him to bio-mom in their divorce-after notifying me via CPS. weird circumstances to say the least.
If a parent (man) does not assert his paternal relationship with 2 years of birth, the privilege of parenthood goes to whomever the mother deems. I was 4 years past the statute and Bill Edgar Law contested it and won!
Many other things came up in the case (which began when my son was 9). It lasted 2-1/2 years. I had to prove bonding-done. I had to build a foundation for a 730 evaluation-done. I WAS AWARDED SOLE LEGAL AND SOLE PHYSICAL CUSTODY AFTER BEGINNING WITH NO RIGHTS AT ALL..
I owe it all to Bill Edgar and his trained team.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 21, 2015
Hired Attorney

Mr. Edgar has taken care of me since 2007 and he has never failed me. He handled my divorce and as the head of household, I did not have to pay alimony. Win! I have full custody of my child. Win! He got my restraining order (after my divorce, long story) Win! He got my restraining order extended for another 5 years (to keep the peace in my life). Win!{para}He does not lose! He very familiar with the law and court workers;) W

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 08, 2015
Hired Attorney

Mr. Edgar and his team were very helpful in assisting with my divorce and resolving my additional child custody needs issues. They took care of all the details for me, and kept me informed every step of the way. He kept me focused on what truly mattered and that is what was best for my children.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 02, 2015
Hired Attorney

I have been a client at Mr. Edgars lawfirm for some many years now. I have always been well informed of situations & the best ways to go about handling situations, I have always received a quick response when I have needed to, & he has always fought to represent my case looking for our best interest.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 12, 2014
Hired Attorney

Love Bill's staff.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 06, 2014
Hired Attorney

I Hired Mr Edgar to help me with custody and a move away order for my Daughter. {para}The moment I met Mr Edgar I had a weight lifted off me, Just talking to him I knew he was truly going to do all he could to help me. He was Human and not like a lot of Attorneys who see Dollar signs instead of a person in real need of help.
Mr Edgar was Honest and Blunt with me, He told me the way it was going to go and told me right away that a move away order was almost never granted, Well I will say that this was not the case for me with Mr Edgar As my Attorney, I was Granted the move away order and was able to move 2200 miles away with my daughter......... I know for a fact that if i had not hired Mr Edgar that i would have never been granted the move away order. I Thank God every day for pointing me in the direction of Mr Edgar.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 05, 2014
Hired Attorney

When my ex-wife filed for legal separation at first I did not seek legal representation. As time went on I found that I needed someone in my corner looking out for my best interests. I am very grateful that I was put in contact with Bill Edgar and his staff. I had moved out of the Riverside area and my first contact with Bill was by phone. He immediately made me feel confident that I would be well represented by a true professional who is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and tenacious.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 05, 2014
Hired Attorney

Mr. Edgar is knowledgeable on family law. I like that I have easy access to him. When I call his office either he or his office staff will promptly call me back. I feel confident when I go to court knowing he is advocating for me and giving me the best he has to offer.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 03, 2014
Hired Attorney

I have hired H. William Edgar twice now to represent me. First in 2009 as a divorce/family law attorney and again this year 2014 to represent me again this time concerning the current custody arrangement. I highly recommend H. William Edgar.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 19, 2014
Hired Attorney

I came to this law office at the start of a very hostile divorce. Since the start, Mr. Edgar and Mrs. Cohen-Patterson have been very attentive to my needs. They have answered all of my questions thoroughly and promptly. The entire office team has also been very responsive and at no times do I feel like I am bothering anyone.{para}Highly recommend this team should the need arise.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 6
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • Spousal Support
    • Paternity
    • Military Divorce
    • Premarital Agreements
  • Domestic Violence
  • Fathers Rights
  • Other 22
    • High Net Worth Divorce
    • Contested Divorce
    • Uncontested Divorce
    • Out of State Custody Proceedings
    • Visitation
    • Child Support Modification
    • Spousal Maintenance
    • Alimony
    • Separation Agreements
    • Division of Property
    • Complex Property Division
    • Property Settlement including Businesses, Real Property, Stock Option
    • Domestic Partners
    • Grandparents Rights
    • Step Parent Rights
    • Step Parent Adoptions
    • Parental Relocation and Move Aways
    • Military Child Custody
    • Post Marital Agreements
    • Termination of Parental Rights
    • Protective Orders
    • Mediation and Collaborative Law

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Southwestern University School of Law
    Class of 1998
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of California at Santa Barbara
    Class of 1995
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1973
    Long Beach, California, January 2, 1973

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3895 12th StreetRiverside, CA 92501U.S.A.

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    Harold William Edgar was admitted in 1998 to the State of California.
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    Harold William Edgar speaks Spanish.
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    Harold William Edgar attended Southwestern University School of Law.