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Cullen Family Law GroupFounder
Heather M. Cullen
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Heather M. Cullen

4.9
60 reviews

4094 Chestnut Street, Riverside, CA 92501-3537 + 1 location

Family Law, Child Support, Custody & Visitation and 25 more

About Heather M. Cullen

Heather M. Cullen, CFLS, is the founding attorney of the Cullen Family Law Group and a distinguished Certified Family Law Specialist, certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. With over two decades of exclusive family law practice, Heather’s expertise spans complex divorce, child custody, high-asset property division, spousal support, and domestic violence matters. She is highly regarded for her strategic litigation skills, negotiation abilities, and compassionate client approach. Under her leadership, the firm has earned recognition in Super Lawyers® and numerous regional awards, reflecting a sustained commitment to excellence. Heather holds her Juris Doctor from the University of California, Davis School of Law (King Hall) and is an active member of prominent legal associations, including the California State Bar, Riverside County Bar, and San Bernardino County Bar Association. As a trusted advocate, Heather delivers personalized legal strategies and effective solutions for clients across Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Her advanced certification places her among the top 5% of family law attorneys statewide, underscoring her dedication to navigating clients through sensitive and complex family law matters with professionalism and integrity.

 

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Heather M. Cullen got this award in 2021

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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 27, 2013
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I am posting this review because it seems like only people who have had bad experiences will spend the time to post reviews. I admit that I did not want to get divorced and the last thing I wanted to do was hire an attorney. Like everyone, I had friends who had horrible experiences with their attorneys and in their cases. It is true that going through a divorce was still horrible however, my attorney was great. Heather Cullen and her staff were wonderful.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 14, 2013
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I was very comfortable with this firm. They made the experience turn out to be not as bad as I expected it to be. I walked away from my divorce with my dignity intact and did not feel like my divorce lawyer ended up with more of my money than I did. I felt like this firm protected me and treated me like a person at the same time (instead of just another paycheck).

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 07, 2013
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The Law Office of Heather Cullen was awesome! The entire staff helped out during my case and I always received immediate attention no matter what I needed. My case was long and the other side tried to drag the case out as long as possible. But, my attorney was aggressive and was able to force my case to judgment. I was happy with the outcome of my case and could not have done it without the Law Office of Heather Cullen.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 16, 2012
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The staff is very professional. All my concerns were addressed in a very timely manner. The outcome of my case was successful because of the knowledgable lawyers at this law office.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 30, 2011
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I have used the services of the Law Office of Heather Cullen repeated times over the last 10 years. I have received excellent service from Heather Cullen and the other legal staff in her office each time I have needed assistance.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 21, 2011
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The Law Firm of Heather Cullen did a great job. They were not cheap but I definitely got what I paid for. I had 2 attorneys prior to going to Heather's office and my case had dragged on forever. It took another 2 years but when my case was finally complete I was very happy with my outcome. I would retain this office again to represent me in my legal matter. Expensive but totally worth it!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 23, 2009
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She was very un understanding and honest and fought hard to fix the mess Jerome Macht and Richard Bawden caused. She actually works for her money and cares about her clients. She has a great personality and is a wonderful human being as well. Its a shame more lawyers aren't like her.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 30, 2011
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I thought that they should have had more experience in the type of divorce that I had. They would charge me for a phone call than charge me for a email when I asked to be contacted by email.

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Posted by anonymous
October 01, 2011
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law 3
    • Child Support
    • Divorce
    • Military Divorce
  • Legal Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Litigation
  • Other 21
    • Custody & Visitation
    • Same-Sex Divorce
    • Termination of Domestic Partnerships
    • Property Rights
    • High Value Asset Determination and Division
    • Business Valuation and Division
    • Spousal Support (Alimony)
    • Parental Rights (Unmarried - Paternity)
    • Garnishments (Wage Assignments)
    • Post-Marital Settlements
    • Pre-Marital Agreements (Pre-nuptial Agreements)
    • Parental Relocations (Move Away of a Parent)
    • Modifications of Custody and Support
    • Military Retirement
    • Retirement & Pension Division
    • Uncontested Divorce
    • Guardianship
    • Adoption
    • Unbundled Services
    • Military Pension (Division)
    • Division of Property (Simple & Complex)

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates: $130 - $475/hr
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder
    Firm Name
    Cullen Family Law Group
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned
  • Additional Links
    https://www.lawcullen.com/attorney/cullen-heather-m-esq/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, California
    U.S. District Court Central District of California
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of California, Davis School of Law
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of California, Riverside
    B.A.
    Philosophy / Law & Society
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Family Law Specialist

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Founder at Cullen Family Law Group
4.9
60 reviews

4094 Chestnut StreetRiverside, CA 92501-3537U.S.A.

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The Chaparral Center, 28465 Old Town Front Street, Suite 321Temecula, CA 92590U.S.A.

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    Yes, Heather M. Cullen has a 4.8 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Cullen Family Law Group was established in 1998.
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