Throughout a California child custody case you need to make mindful, strategic decisions that advance that outcome you want. However, the structure and stressful nature of these family law cases don’t always make it easy to see and navigate the right path through a custody case. These are five of the mistakes parents often make….
My fiance and I were extremely stressed about some custody issues that became very urgent for the well-being of our child. This is my first time dealing with courts at all, and so I was recommended by... read moreMy fiance and I were extremely stressed about some custody issues that became very urgent for the well-being of our child. This is my first time dealing with courts at all, and so I was recommended by another lawyer not specialized in family law to John Bledsoe and he has been spectacular! He is honest, kind, and respectful while giving sound legal advice. Totally different than the impression I had of lawyers (first time really dealing with lawyers too). We had phone calls and worked remotely as well, and it was still clear and understandable what needed to happen and things to look out for. I highly recommend him and his firm! read less
After a few years of yuk with my ex - my sister found John Bledsoe and I was very blessed to have him on my side - my ex had a high priced atty out of Newport Beach - so we were considered the underdo... read moreAfter a few years of yuk with my ex - my sister found John Bledsoe and I was very blessed to have him on my side - my ex had a high priced atty out of Newport Beach - so we were considered the underdogs - however John was great getting thru the yuk - they subpoenaed my bosses, baby sitter, etc - while the entire time my ex was claiming to be on unemployment and that's why he was not paying support - we found that my ex just changed employment status - from an employee to a subcontractor for a major home builder here in So Cal and that he put all his assets in his 3rd wife's name, then he switched everything into his 4th wife's name - my ex was making more than $25k a month - John was extremely great and we were able to get the judge to see thru my ex's BS - please note that my ex kept me in court for more than 13 years for different issues and support - John was great and stood by me the entire time and I would highly recommend him to anyone as I have done for the last 15 years - thanks John for ALL your hard work - you're wrong your NOT the underdog - your a quiet sweet bull dog! read less
Highly recommend Whether you're just starting out in your divorce, thinking of switching lawyers, or currently self represtenting; I can't recommend John Bledsoe and his firm enough and the absolute need for an ethica... read moreWhether you're just starting out in your divorce, thinking of switching lawyers, or currently self represtenting; I can't recommend John Bledsoe and his firm enough and the absolute need for an ethical while strong attorney(CANT emphasize the rarity of that enough in OC). If you're in a high conflict case this decision will be life changing, possibly life saving. I've been stuck in a nightmare of a high conflict divorce for almost three years. The tactics my ex and his lawyer have used to continue the abuse I should've been escaping is nothing short of a Lifetime movie, our young baby being used as a pawn turns it into every mother's worst nightmare. My family has supported me in retaining two top attorneys to fight for my child. Not only has choosing the wrong attorney's costed me hundreds of thousands in losses, it has lost me almost three years with my child. I've only been with John and his firm a short while, after self representing for a year. Considering my broken financial state, messiness of my case, and ex's nightmare of a headache of an attorney, most attorneys won't even consider taking to me. The care and time John and his team have already taken to strategize and help me move forward getting my child, along with financial relief to do so is incomparable. I have not a doubt in my mind that had I used John from the beginning my child and I's life would be completely different. If you're feeling hopeless in your case, or in the beginning stages of your case, my heart and prayers go out to you and I highly encourage you to meet with John Bledsoe and his firm. Love and healing to you all read less
Helped me cut alimony in half John Bledsoe helped me negotiate my alimony settlement after my ex hired an attorney who said he loves working with guys like me. Her attorney was very aggressive and through out some very large numbe... read moreJohn Bledsoe helped me negotiate my alimony settlement after my ex hired an attorney who said he loves working with guys like me. Her attorney was very aggressive and through out some very large numbers and claimed I would be paying for his time as well. John helped me avoid that and I ended up paying less then half of what her attorney proposed. read less
You know term "Turn the tables"? We did it with Mr. Bledsoe. His fast and precise thinking, financial background served exceptionally well. You know this desperate moment you "have been served" with ... read moreYou know term "Turn the tables"? We did it with Mr. Bledsoe. His fast and precise thinking, financial background served exceptionally well. You know this desperate moment you "have been served" with court papers? He took my case even though it looked as disaster - now it is pretty far from it. Much appreciated your efforts Mr. Bledsoe! read less
John Bledsoe ,review. mr, Bledsoe has done an excellent job in every aspect of handling my divorce . The divorce has caused a lot of anxiety and depression for both me and the children specially my son that suffers from hi... read moremr, Bledsoe has done an excellent job in every aspect of handling my divorce . The divorce has caused a lot of anxiety and depression for both me and the children specially my son that suffers from high functioning autism. On June, 2, 2014 my wife abducted both children and abruptly pulled them out of school, what followed was false accusations of domestic violence, in order to gain leverage in the diviorce. I was living a nightmare, I called the police and filed for divorce , the police told me they could not get involved , that it was a case for family court. After carefully searching for a certified family law attorney, John Bledsoe was the clear choice. All accusations of domestic violence were proven false, and I was reunited with my children.The divorce is still ongoing, and Mr Bledsoe has been supportive every step of the way.one of the most difficult aspects has been the parental alienation , and poisoning of my close relationship with my children by my ex wife. With the excellent representation by Mr Bledsoe, I was given 50 percent physical, legal custody, and 100 percent educational custody of my son. John Bledsoe really cares , and fought To get justice for my children. He also has a wonderful support staff at his office they are very caring , and professional I am glad that I decided to hire John Bledsoe. read less
The John Bledsoe Firm has always been there for me, since 2009 when I first hired John. My case was somewhat different and difficult, but not for John and his firm. I have had other Attorneys before J... read moreThe John Bledsoe Firm has always been there for me, since 2009 when I first hired John. My case was somewhat different and difficult, but not for John and his firm. I have had other Attorneys before John, but none could hold a candle to John Bledsoe. A very honest, moral conscious hard working Attorney worth every dollar well spent. Won my family law case with flying colors! To this day if I have any questions about anything pertaining to law I go to John Bledsoe. Best regards Sally Prietto read less
Child Custody I would highly recommend Mr. Bledsoe to anyone in need of a family law attorney. Mr. Bledsoe was professional and highly knowledgeable in regards to how the law effected my case. Mr. Bledsoe returned ... read moreI would highly recommend Mr. Bledsoe to anyone in need of a family law attorney. Mr. Bledsoe was professional and highly knowledgeable in regards to how the law effected my case. Mr. Bledsoe returned phone calls promptly and went out of his way to be there to answer any questions during a stressful time. In court Mr. Bledsoe will not let you down, He is very impressive and it is clear to see him in the Orange County courts that he is very well known and respected by his peers. Look know further, this is the attorney you want by your side! read less
If you are facing divorce, and you are not sure who or where to turn to for legal help, I highly recommend The Law Offices of John A. Bledsoe. After a long term marriage I was faced with a divorce in... read moreIf you are facing divorce, and you are not sure who or where to turn to for legal help, I highly recommend The Law Offices of John A. Bledsoe. After a long term marriage I was faced with a divorce in which there was a significant amount of assets that needed to be divided and child custody issues to be resolved. I came to John when my then current negotiation strategy had failed and I was heading for trial. John’s experience in family law quickly put me on a strategic legal path that brought my particularly difficult case to a successful close without trial. John is an attorney you can trust and feel comfortable with. He is very professional, knowledgeable and communicates well. Almost everyone has heard the saying “You get what you pay for”. From my one-time experience, there is nothing about divorce that can be called easy or inexpensive. In John’s hands you will get what you need – immense experience, great advice, compassionate service and, you will definitely get what you pay for – Highly competent, no nonsense, trustworthy representation that will get your marriage to a close, while ensuring that your best interests are served. read less
The Bledsoe firm has been great. John is very knowledge in the difficult and crazy CA family court system. I would highly recommend John to anyone getting a divorce.
John goes above and beyond. He is professional, experienced, knowledgeable, even tempered and well liked. His calm manner set me at ease when I was freaking out, which is so important! I would definit... read moreJohn goes above and beyond. He is professional, experienced, knowledgeable, even tempered and well liked. His calm manner set me at ease when I was freaking out, which is so important! I would definitely recommend his office for your family law needs! read less
John goes the extra mile for his clients. He is professional and yet compassionate and understanding. I would recommend John to anyone and everyone. I would give him 10 stars on the review if Google w... read moreJohn goes the extra mile for his clients. He is professional and yet compassionate and understanding. I would recommend John to anyone and everyone. I would give him 10 stars on the review if Google would allow it! read less
I've been with John only few months, but so far been very Satisfied with his performance. Coming from two previous attorneys (one even wrote a book on father's rights) that did little to get real res... read moreI've been with John only few months, but so far been very Satisfied with his performance. Coming from two previous attorneys (one even wrote a book on father's rights) that did little to get real results. John has been very attentive and made me feel optimistic on the custody case. I was especially impressed with his courtroom demeanor and his rapport with judge and courtroom staff. read less
These attorneys were a Godsend.
Best Lawyer period. Mr Bledsoe is worth every penny. This man will save you a lot of trouble and a lot of money on the long run. He is an angel. Protect yourself and hire Mr Bledsoe. He will make the impossible happen. M... read moreMr Bledsoe is worth every penny. This man will save you a lot of trouble and a lot of money on the long run. He is an angel. Protect yourself and hire Mr Bledsoe. He will make the impossible happen. Most competent lawyer ever. read less
John Bledsoe and his team has helped me over the years happily with great outcomes with the case I’m apart of. He was honest about the possible outcome of the case upfront and kept me well informed of the proceedings till the expected resolve. Thank You John
Amazing Representation Mr. Bledsoe was very professional in handling my case. He was able to get my support payments from my x-husband increased and he know my case inside and out. He is an expert in the financial area. I am so pleased with the results.
After a few years of yuk with my ex - my sister found John Bledsoe and I was very blessed to have him on my side - my ex had a high priced atty out of Newport Beach - so we were considered the underdogs - however John was great getting thru the yuk - they subpoenaed my bosses, baby sitter, etc - while the entire time my ex was claiming to be on unemployment and that's why he was not paying support - we found that my ex just changed employment status - from an employee to a subcontractor for a major home builder here in So Cal and that he put all his assets in his 3rd wife's name, then he switched everything into his 4th wife's name - my ex was making more than $25k a month - John was extremely great and we were able to get the judge to see thru my ex's BS - please note that my ex kept me in court for more than 13 years for different issues and support - John was great and stood by me the entire time and I would highly recommend him to anyone as I have done for the last 15 years - thanks John for ALL your hard work - you're wrong your NOT the underdog - your a quiet sweet bull dog!
Mr. John Bledsoe and his Legal team are a cut above.John Listen effectively and ascertains you understand the strategy. He is a no non-sense professional who does what he say he will do and he always gets back to you!
Best Lawyer period. Mr Bledsoe is worth every penny. This man will save you a lot of trouble and a lot of money on the long run. He is an angel. Protect yourself and hire Mr Bledsoe. He will make the impossible happen. Most competent lawyer ever.
Highly recommended I have been going to court proceedings for the last 2 1/2 years after I filed for divorce from my husband of 17 years. We have five children and two successful businesses. My ex-husband has been starving my kids and me out to the point that my church has been assisting us. I have had several other attorneys but my case has not moved forward in any timely manner. That is, until I met Mr. Bledsoe. It has been a very difficult battle with my ex. He does not do anything willingly. During our last court proceeding everything was going south for my case because of the lies that were being told. We were there all day long and Mr. Bledsoe negotiated wisely and fairly with the opposing counsel outside of the courtroom throughout the day. Opposing counsel would change their minds right before we would go back into the courtroom and completely waste time. It was just a game to them. When we went back into the courtroom at the end of the day Mr. Bledsoe had had enough of their games. He tactfully but forcefully persuaded the judge in our favor and saved my whole case!! He is well respected with the judges which goes a long way. Mr. Bledsoe is very experienced and capable in the courtroom. He will be kind and understanding with you and a strategic and strong opponent to opposing counsel.
Communicative, caring and very, very competent! John has handled my difficult case in a manner that has far exceeded my expectations. He and his staff are incredibly responsive to any questions I may have. He has handled every aspect of my case professionally and with the highest level of skill.
BEST DIVORCE, FAMILY ATTORNEY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HANDS DOWN I am a US Army Veteran and my ex wife was strong army me until I retained the services of Mr Bledsoe and his firm. I have never see such hardworking folks in the legal profession. They will give you their heart and souls. Very kind, gentle, and caring. Mr Bledsoe took the time to review my case and get a good understanding of the facts of the case and was able to compose a solid defense. Extremely intelligent, tough and pragmatic this attorney is simply a gem. His team Mr Fang and Mrs Vasquez are equally kind and caring about your case. I feel Blessed to have known them and to have enjoyed their defense. Don't Look further this is the family attorney you are looking for. Thank you again for everything Mr, Bledsoe, Mr Fang and Mrs Vasquez.Ari
A lawyer you can count on! I have been very pleased with John Bledsoe in handling my very complicated divorce and custody case. I recommend hiring him for his professionalism, integrity, trust and experience. With all of the lies and malicious and greedy tactics my ex continued to do, making my life extremely stressful and chaotic, John Bledsoe always remained calm and professional. I could not have gotten through without him and his team. John Bledsoe truly was on my side by fighting for my rights as a single, hard working mother.
The BEST family attorney you will find John is very knowledgeable and experienced in all matters of Family law. He helped me with my divorce and child custody issues and did an excellent job getting fair results. His entire staff were professional, friendly and organized which made me feel comfortable in a very stressful time. I highly recommend hiring John! He really listens and I trust his advice and will call him again if I ever need more legal help.
He is willing to fight for you!! I could not have had a better Attorney. I had a very complex custody case. My ex-husband refused to return our daughter from her 10 day visitation. He filed for emergency custody. I had to come from out of state to fight for custody. Mr. Bledsoe and his team jumped into high gear and were immediately ready for this battle. It was shocking and painful to have my daughter kidnapped and totally alienated from me. Because of my ex-husband's lies and his manipulation of our daughter, I was very sure that I was going to lose custody of my daughter. Mr. Bledsoe had complete control. I watched as he completely turned that train wreck around. I was in awe at how he worked and the control he exhibited in getting my daughter back for me. Each step of the way, he knew precisely what to do next. I walked out of that courtroom with sole physical custody of my daughter! He was powerful in his strategy. John Bledsoe is someone you want on YOUR side in the courtroom. He has a commanding personality that people respect. He was always kind and attentive to me. He has the highest degree of integrity. I totally trust him. I knew I was getting the highest quality of work from him. I knew his advise to me was not only educated and experienced, but was 100% honest also. Most important of all, he was willing to fight for me.
I am very lucky to meet Mr. John Anderson Bledsoe . My case is extremely difficult , I had hired 5 attorneys to represent my case before . When I met Mr.John A. Bledsoe , he strongly goes through very professional . I get security when he help my case .This is attorney very knowledgeable , excellent lawyer of family law with his way of working . The price for his work is worth it . Especially he is very honest and moral . He answered my question immediately . His team are professional . They are worthy ten stars . Thank you Mr.Bledsoe .
Excellent law firm and staff
You know term "Turn the tables"? We did it with Mr. Bledsoe. His fast and precise thinking, financial background served exceptionally well. You know this desperate moment you "have been served" with court papers? He took my case even though it looked as disaster - now it is pretty far from it. Much appreciated your efforts Mr. Bledsoe!
Had a great day. John's expertise is amazing on so many levels. Thanks
extremely helpful and very knowledgeable. would highly recommend this attorney group. John Bledsoe is fair and helped us tremendously. thank you.
John and his staff did an exceptional job handling my case until the end.
John Bledsoe helped me negotiate my alimony settlement after my ex hired an attorney who said he loves working with guys like me. Her attorney was very aggressive and through out some very large numbers and claimed I would be paying for his time as well. John helped me avoid that and I ended up paying less then half of what her attorney proposed.
The Bledsoe firm has been great. John is very knowledge in the difficult and crazy CA family court system. I would highly recommend John to anyone getting a divorce.
John has far surpassed my expectations with his knowledge of the legal system and ability to provide solid legal advice for my complicated case. His staff is always extremely helpful and courteous . 5 star rating in all regards!
Excellent attorney, top notch service If you are looking for a tough divorce attorney, hire John. I was so happy with how he handled my case. His front office staff is great too. He's very experienced and it shows.
Child Custody I've been with John only few months, but so far been very Satisfied with his performance. Coming from two previous attorneys (one even wrote a book on father's rights) that did little to get real results. John has been very attentive and made me feel optimistic on the custody case. I was especially impressed with his courtroom demeanor and his rapport with judge and courtroom staff.
Amazing service.
John Bledsoe is the best. He knows the law and helps sole complex problems of divorce. He is honest and caring, Things never end easily with divorce but John is the best at trying. You will never be sorry if you work with John Bledsoe
Great attorney! He had my best interest at heart and went into detail in every aspect of the process. He was able to present things to me that I hadn't thought of before. It was a very good experience!
John is an amazing attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and truly cares about what is in the best interest of his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a family law attorney.
These attorneys were a Godsend.
John is a very honest and ethical attorney. He has been a blessing to work with.
X-Wife making false statements of abuse John worked really hard to calm both my wife and myself down. He was able to not only get my time back with my son. we were also able to prove her as a lier. and the Judge informed her that if she ever came back to court without proof that she would loose custody of my son. and that it was only that my son was in school and doing ok and that i live in Seattle thathe did not transfer custody. John did all this in judges chambers which saved me alot of money, got the major point across and hopefully put a stop to all the lies and accuations that my X has put my son and me through. John did for me in three months what my Ga. Lawyer and $40.000 could not do. He put a stop to it. His office personal were just as professional as he was. he did not overcharge me and was fair about my bill to him. Not living in SoCal and having to fly in was bad enough but it was nice to find an attorney that understood what the priorty was My SON and spending as much time with him as i could.
John helped me a great deal and has been very aggressive in protecting my estate. He believes in getting fairness no matter what.
Helped me cut alimony in half John Bledsoe helped me negotiate my alimony settlement after my ex hired an attorney who said he loves working with guys like me. Her attorney was very aggressive and through out some very large numbers and claimed I would be paying for his time as well. John helped me avoid that and I ended up paying less then half of what her attorney proposed.
John is a great lawyer.
I've been with John only few months, but so far been very Satisfied with his performance. Coming from two previous attorneys (one even wrote a book on father's rights) that did little to get real results. John has been very attentive and made me feel optimistic on the custody case. I was especially impressed with his courtroom demeanor and his rapport with judge and courtroom staff.
Child Custody I would highly recommend Mr. Bledsoe to anyone in need of a family law attorney. Mr. Bledsoe was professional and highly knowledgeable in regards to how the law effected my case. Mr. Bledsoe returned phone calls promptly and went out of his way to be there to answer any questions during a stressful time. In court Mr. Bledsoe will not let you down, He is very impressive and it is clear to see him in the Orange County courts that he is very well known and respected by his peers. Look know further, this is the attorney you want by your side!
If you are facing divorce, and you are not sure who or where to turn to for legal help, I highly recommend The Law Offices of John A. Bledsoe. After a long term marriage I was faced with a divorce in which there was a significant amount of assets that needed to be divided and child custody issues to be resolved. I came to John when my then current negotiation strategy had failed and I was heading for trial. John’s experience in family law quickly put me on a strategic legal path that brought my particularly difficult case to a successful close without trial. John is an attorney you can trust and feel comfortable with. He is very professional, knowledgeable and communicates well. Almost everyone has heard the saying “You get what you pay for”. From my one-time experience, there is nothing about divorce that can be called easy or inexpensive. In John’s hands you will get what you need – immense experience, great advice, compassionate service and, you will definitely get what you pay for – Highly competent, no nonsense, trustworthy representation that will get your marriage to a close, while ensuring that your best interests are served.
Excellent lawyer I retained John Bledsoe after a vindictive X had filed innumerable filings of false accusations against me, trying to claim alienation when he himself was abusive. John corrected the situation by shedding light on the real issues of the case, which were my X's pre occupation with hurting me through abusing the legal system as well as abusing the children. I was awarded sole legal custody as a result of John's work.
John handled my divorce. He handled it so well that when my ex lost all of her initial motions that she fired her attorney and got another one! It didn’t help as John prevailed on everything: No spousal support and 50/50 custody. John answered all my questions and gave good advice on what to do, how to do it, and how long it would take. Divorce is a horrible thing I hope you don’t experience, but if you find yourself in that position, I recommend you use John Bledsoe.
Listen to Bledsoe when he advises you: He knows of what he speaks. He was right on all accounts. John is patient, compassionate, and knowledgeable. He understands the pain that children go through with a narcissistic parent. He also understands the blindness and mercilessness of the court and of the attorneys who defend abusers. He does his best to focus on strategies that will work under these conditions.
I have been using attorney John Bledsoe for my divorce and custody situations. John is extremely experienced in his Field of work he has done an outstanding job in representing me and getting myself the best possible arrangements with custody of my two children. There’s no way that I would have the arrangements which I do if John was not on my case. I owe John many thanks and would highly recommend him to anyone that has to deal with the unfortunate situation of a divorce and custody battles/arrangements. Is very professional and extremely good at his job.
The John Bledsoe Firm has always been there for me, since 2009 when I first hired John. My case was somewhat different and difficult, but not for John and his firm. I have had other Attorneys before John, but none could hold a candle to John Bledsoe. A very honest, moral conscious hard working Attorney worth every dollar well spent. Won my family law case with flying colors! To this day if I have any questions about anything pertaining to law I go to John Bledsoe. Best regards Sally Prietto
John was incredibly supportive and helpful. We are so thankful that he was able to help our family.
Attentive, Thorough and Knowledgeable John has gone above and beyond to help me in a very difficult case. The judicial system for the divorce process can be very slow and difficult and John has made sure to be there at every step not only for legal advice and action, but also to be supportive as a human being. His entire office is extremely responsive and diligent. I never felt out of the loop and whenever I had a question, they were there to give me an answer.
My family and I are so grateful for John and his firm. He is honest, reliable and hardworking! You can trust him 100%. You will not find a more experienced, professional attorney in Orange County. Very friendly and a great communicator.
John and the team at The Bledsoe Firm have provided legal expertise for complex civil matters in a professional and customer oriented manner.Thanks and best regards, Bill Relyea
Excellent Attorney John Bledsoe helped me through a very difficult time in my life. I will always be grateful for everything he did for me. He is the most caring, kind & understanding person who truly helps people who need expert results.
Mr. Bledsoe is an angel. My husband Ariyan Alipanah had major problems with his ex wife. Mr Bledsoe truly save us. He is thorough, and will not skip a beat. He will make your ex regret all the trouble they caused you. Thank you Sir from me and my husband. You can not do better than Mr. Bledsoe.
Attorney with hight quality I came to the office of attorney John A. Bledsoe while I was desperate and lost faith in all my previous lawyers . My divorce case is very extremely difficult . My ex- husband used every trick to take up all custody .He was like a film director , he invented enough way in which there were immoral acts . I have become very discouraged by those who lie or push ethical limit to win at all costs . I went through 5 lawyers , all of them . when I first met them , they promised to listen very assuredly . But after I signed them . Then they work inexperience and lack of responsibility they only know how to receive money and receive money to continue . I look back at my case which is very painful . I have cost a lot of money . I was very lucky after all , I met Mr. John .A . Bledsoe . He is completely different from my previous lawyers . When I met with him what he said was very honest . He does not particularly seduce customers like other lawyers . But after signing the contract . He worked hard, carefully , throughly , especially very responsible , he answered my questions via email immediately , he knew and feelings for my situation . He is really a moral lawyer . his price is higher than other lawyers I hire , but if I count on the job I think his price is cheaper than other lawyer . I'm sorry , I didn't find he's office soon , maybe I'll be less difficult . Divorce is very painful and difficult so it is very important to find a representative lawyer is very important . I recommend you choose this lawyer . He is definitely a lawyer protecting your rights and your children . Angel and Debb Stahl works in his office , they work very friendly , and work very well . Thank you a lot Mr. John .Bledsoe .
John gave me some GREAT advice about my case. He's extremely accessible and knowledgeable about California family law. He knows all the local players. He is also currently writing a book on family law which is wonderful and very informative.
Thank goodness I found John. He has a great reputation with the judge which was very evident. A tremendously possitive experience to date
John is an amazing trial ATTY excellent presence skilled litigator. I cannot say enough good things about John Bledsoe who represented me in two civil actions against a very corrupt HOA who were systemically ousting legitimate senior homeowners from their senior park, taking over and selling the homes , unlawfully laundering all the proceeds from the sales as self appointed board members . John relentlessly took them one by one in courtnperjuring everyone who lied on behalf of the board and won with the trial judge admonishing the Park ATTY's and witnesses as using unclean hands lying witnesses altered evidence to illegally oust disabled seniors. Johns fees were extremely fair and honest. He even included another abused and indigent, senior lady in my suit winning justice for both of us without demanding unfair fees. Many thanks John for doing an incredible job and being such a caring and honest attorney. Thanks, Jerri , JD San Clemente
John’s office is a nice place to work!
John Bledsoe is a blessing to have as an attorney! I was nervous going into court for my divorce and custody hearings. But after seeing how Mr. Bledsoe performed in front of the Judge and the opposing party my mind was put at ease. Bledsoe is a true professional and knows the law inside and out. I would recommend that if you are going through a divorce and or custody battle you need to contact the Bledsoe Firm to represent you in court. The staff is attentive and professional as well and are always there when you need answers regarding the case......Brendan Schwarz, Lake Forest, CA
My fiance and I were extremely stressed about some custody issues that became very urgent for the well-being of our child. This is my first time dealing with courts at all, and so I was recommended by another lawyer not specialized in family law to John Bledsoe and he has been spectacular! He is honest, kind, and respectful while giving sound legal advice. Totally different than the impression I had of lawyers (first time really dealing with lawyers too). We had phone calls and worked remotely as well, and it was still clear and understandable what needed to happen and things to look out for. I highly recommend him and his firm!
John is an extremely caring attorney and is always easy to reach. I am very pleased with his effectiveness and services.
Yesterday I was in court because when my wife and I separated she moved all our property out of our home and took all liquid assets, well over six figures. I had a good day in court. She put on an outrageous and dramatic act with crying, making false and outrageous lies about me and attempted to manipulate the court. John Bledsoe insisted on a hearing and that she answer specific questions about what she did with our money that she took. John Bledsoe held my wife accountable. I was impressed on how carefully the Judge listened to John compared to my wife’s attorney. When it was all over the Court ordered my wife to bring all the money she had left and put it in my attorney’s trust account within 72 hours. The result of John’s questioning of my wife was that she looked terrible to the Judge and ended up painting herself in a corner. She has found herself in big trouble. John Bledsoe really earned his money at court yesterday. If you’re looking for the best attorney that understands the law, commands the courtroom and can be a bulldog when required, I would highly recommend John Bledsoe!
Mr Bledsoe is by far the best divorce attorney. I recommend him to all men. Good luck
Awesome!!!! Very nice but cut-throat. John was very professional and intuitive to my needs. He was very knowledgeble regarding every aspect of my case
There is so much greatness that I can say about John. Not just a lawyer but a voice of reason and a caring calming individual during the most difficult time. He is not only professional, knowledgeable, but also a compassionate lawyer. John is always well informed me every step of the way, returned phone calls promptly and addressed all my questions and concerns. There is no better Family law attorney around then John Bledsoe!
I got to move away with my children I was in a desperate situation with a controlling ex-husband who lived out of the Country part time and had convinced the judge that I should not be able to move to be near my family. My previous attorney had little success. Mr. Bledsoe came on the case. We had a trial. He was very strong and I could tell that the judge listened to him. Mr. Bledsoe destroyed my ex on his cross examination of him. The next thing I knew I was allowed to move with my children where I could be near to my extended family. I would recommend John and his staff.
John goes above and beyond. He is professional, experienced, knowledgeable, even tempered and well liked. His calm manner set me at ease when I was freaking out, which is so important! I would definitely recommend his office for your family law needs!
John is a smart, thoughtful and responsive attorney. He knows the law well and uses pertinent case law to support his argument. He was able to help my family.
John Bledsoe has provided legal advice and guidance during a difficult situation. I found him to be experienced, responsive, knowledgeable and honest. He has represented me in the most professional manner, his ethics are of the highest standards. His friendship , courtesy ,knowledge and honesty have become very important to me during the last year as he represented me in my divorce. His knowledge of the law and how it can work FOR you is exceptional, and his ability to come up with creative ways to solve a problem is beyond reproach. John knows the goal & always seems to have several different routes to get there, which is why he always gets the best results.I would highly recommend John to anyone seeking legal representation that is fair, honest and will keep your best interest and unique needs at the forefront. Should the situation arise, I would not hesitate to seek representation from John again.
Walking into a courtroom with Mr. Bledsoe on your team immediately adds to your credibility. Whether you can maintain that credibility is on you and how well you heed his counsel. This is a 5 star law firm for those who can recognize the long term value of great representation.
Divorced in 2017 I was in the middle of a very contentious divorce that had been going on for over a year and was not happy with the counsel that I had at the time. My ex had always said that he would bury me in legal fees if we ever split up and he was out to hurt and destroy me. My ex had a top-notch attorney that completely overshadowed my counsel at the time.. We had an arbitration meeting where my previous counsel was berated by my ex and opposing counsel and I knew I had to make a change. I wanted an attorney that I could trust and that would be able to stand up to my ex's counsel and I was referred to John Bledsoe.I met with John and although he was kind, considerate and understanding he was also strong and had a strong presence. When I asked him "Can you stand up to opposing counsel?" he said without hesitation "absolutely". We were facing trial within 60 days and John geared up and was ready. John made himself available to me by phone, text, and email and was always responsive in getting back to me.Although trial was actually continued, as they almost always are, John worked with me to address numerous matters pertaining to the case including spousal support, attorney fees, disposition of the family residence which included Watts reimbursements, pension, drop program, Deferred Comp, sick pay accumulated, Gilmore reimbursements, and personal property that had to be divided. We knew this would ultimately end up in trial and so we prepared for that. Halfway through the trial we were ahead on almost every point and my ex was ripped apart by John and the judge. It was obvious in the court that John was much more prepared than opposing counsel. The judge asked us to go out of the courtroom and negotiate the remaining issues. Opposing counsel and my ex were much more amicable to a settlement. We settled and my life is finally back to normal. John lived up to his claim that he would be able to stand up to opposing counsel..., he went over and above even what I had expected for him to be able to pull off. Thank you John Bledsoe. John was more like a friend then my counsel and I appreciate everything he did for me.
Highly effective, no nonsense family lawyer John represented me in a highly contested divorce. He prevailed in every facet of the matter and charged a fraction of what opposing counsel charged.
David vs Goliath John has been great to work with. After going at it in my own my ex hired a bully of an attorney and threw tons of money at him. john stepped up to the plate and wouldn’t have any of it. John is deligent and honest. Won’t take slack from anyone. Be deligent and stay in top of John. He makes a great partner.
Highly qualified Certified Family Law Specialist My case is a very complex one with many moving parts. John untangled this mess and got straight to the most important issues to move my case forward. John is a great negotiator and worked in a spirit of cooperation with opposing council, which saved me money!
Excellent attorney Mr. Bledsoe handled my case and he was successful in getting me full custody of my children. Months later, when my ex tried to regain custody of the children, Mr. Bledsoe was able to stop her from regaining custody. I noticed that Mr. Bledsoe is well known in family Court and is well respected by his peers/other counsel. Mr. Bledsoe only practices family law and this is a major plus. He is professional, highly competent, articulate, aggressive when he needs to be, is very attentive to detail, as well as an excellent litigator. I was so confident in Mr. Bledsoe’s abilities that I was able to go about my daily routine without having to worry about my family law case. If you are looking for an excellent family law attorney, Mr. Bledsoe is the attorney you are looking for.
John does what he says he is going to do. He is very insightful and truly cares about solving your family law issues.
John is an excellent family lawyer who takes personal concern for his clients and their rights. I have referred several people to him, and they have each been very satisfied. I have a friend who is currently being represented by John, and she is so appreciative of the way in which he listens to worries about the case and cares for the client and her family. I will continue to refer friends to John.
Highly recommend Whether you're just starting out in your divorce, thinking of switching lawyers, or currently self represtenting; I can't recommend John Bledsoe and his firm enough and the absolute need for an ethical while strong attorney(CANT emphasize the rarity of that enough in OC). If you're in a high conflict case this decision will be life changing, possibly life saving. I've been stuck in a nightmare of a high conflict divorce for almost three years. The tactics my ex and his lawyer have used to continue the abuse I should've been escaping is nothing short of a Lifetime movie, our young baby being used as a pawn turns it into every mother's worst nightmare. My family has supported me in retaining two top attorneys to fight for my child. Not only has choosing the wrong attorney's costed me hundreds of thousands in losses, it has lost me almost three years with my child. I've only been with John and his firm a short while, after self representing for a year. Considering my broken financial state, messiness of my case, and ex's nightmare of a headache of an attorney, most attorneys won't even consider taking to me. The care and time John and his team have already taken to strategize and help me move forward getting my child, along with financial relief to do so is incomparable. I have not a doubt in my mind that had I used John from the beginning my child and I's life would be completely different. If you're feeling hopeless in your case, or in the beginning stages of your case, my heart and prayers go out to you and I highly encourage you to meet with John Bledsoe and his firm. Love and healing to you all
Ethical, patient and knowledgeable I hired John Bledsoe after my first lawyer created chaos out of a clear-cut domestic violence case, and my second lawyer took over $100,000 to do a cookie-cutter divorce. John listened patiently and with compassion. He brought my concerns to the court and fought hard for us.
Thorough, responsive and knowledgeable. Very helpful in our legal matter.
A partner understands. John, helped me through the machinations of a long distance divorce. He kept the running clock to a minimum and worked to get my interests heard. I appreciated all of his efforts and guidance. And yes I would recommend him to a friend.
Attorney with quality character Mr. Bledsoe streamlined our case keeping his focus on getting the best results. He is an attorney characterized by integrity. He is kind and compassionate yet maintains a strong presence. He was always quick to respond to answer questions or simply to reassure us. He has an excellent staff who is always ready and willing to help.
Incredible attorney and a great experience with this law firm. John Bledsoe is very knowledgable and always had my best interest in mind. He is somebody you can trust, and I could not recommend him enough.
Experienced Compassionate Attorney If you are facing divorce, and you are not sure who or where to turn to for legal help, I highly recommend The Law Offices of John A. Bledsoe. After a long term marriage I was faced with a divorce in which there was a significant amount of assets that needed to be divided and child custody issues to be resolved. I came to John when my then current negotiation strategy had failed and I was heading for trial. John’s experience in family law quickly put me on a strategic legal path that brought my particularly difficult case to a successful close without trial. John is an attorney you can trust and feel comfortable with. He is very professional, knowledgeable and communicates well. Almost everyone has heard the saying “You get what you pay for”. From my one-time experience, there is nothing about divorce that can be called easy or inexpensive. In John’s hands you will get what you need – immense experience, great advice, compassionate service and, you will definitely get what you pay for – Highly competent, no nonsense, trustworthy representation that will get your marriage to a close, while ensuring that your best interests are served.
John helped me out of a bad situation, was kind enough to set me up on a payment plan to cover costs as we moved along since I was broke, and he secured a settlement agreement that I was thrilled with! His calm demeanor proved key in court with helping the judge decide in my favor against the more aggressive lawyer use by my ex. Thanks for all of your help, it was greatly appreciated and I highly recommend you to anyone going through a divorce.
John is an excellent lawyer! He is knowledgeable and compassionate about your situation! That is a rare combo in this field! He explains things so well during a difficult time! John is a respected by his peers and will work for you!
John Bledsoe ,review. mr, Bledsoe has done an excellent job in every aspect of handling my divorce . The divorce has caused a lot of anxiety and depression for both me and the children specially my son that suffers from high functioning autism. On June, 2, 2014 my wife abducted both children and abruptly pulled them out of school, what followed was false accusations of domestic violence, in order to gain leverage in the diviorce. I was living a nightmare, I called the police and filed for divorce , the police told me they could not get involved , that it was a case for family court. After carefully searching for a certified family law attorney, John Bledsoe was the clear choice. All accusations of domestic violence were proven false, and I was reunited with my children.The divorce is still ongoing, and Mr Bledsoe has been supportive every step of the way.one of the most difficult aspects has been the parental alienation , and poisoning of my close relationship with my children by my ex wife. With the excellent representation by Mr Bledsoe, I was given 50 percent physical, legal custody, and 100 percent educational custody of my son. John Bledsoe really cares , and fought To get justice for my children. He also has a wonderful support staff at his office they are very caring , and professional I am glad that I decided to hire John Bledsoe.
These attorneys are working hard to help me with my case. They listen carefully. I am glad I found them.
An absolute God send.... Mr. John Bledsoe attorney at law, has the utmost regard for not only my well being as a person but also that of my family! His integrity is paramount with each strategic question and caring responses! John brings years of knowledge and this is apparent right out of the gate, first consultation! He exudes the principles and strengths of a leader and I trust his suggestion and direction explicitly!!
I’ve met John Bledsoe when my husband hired him for help with a very complicated case. I am a stepmom and John Bledsoe has been helping us to navigate and guide us through some complicated processes and what it evolves. Most importantly everything he does is in the best interest of the kids. We trust him and we are blessed to have someone like him by our side. Thank you John!
John Bledsoe and his staff were always available to me. They handled my difficult case with strong ethics and morals. John was organized and knew every detail of my crazy divorce. He always had a plan, yet listened and took into consideration my wants and plans. Thank you John, Angel, Brett and the rest of your staff.
Mr. Bledsoe has handled several cases for our family. They where both emotional and sensitive situations. He took great care to see that the outcomes where both fair and in our family's best interest.Mr. Bledsoe is a complete professional with outstanding knowledge of the law. I could sense he is well respected by his fellows attorneys and judges alike. He has out family's complete trust and we welcome the opportunity to recommend him highly. Mr. & Mrs. S. MurphySeal Beach, CA
Very professional! The quality of work and support is second to none. The staff is very knowledgeable and absolutely amazing. Thank you so much for all of the help!
Superb attorney - killed my ex!!!! I have had exposure to many different attorneys. I know a good one when I see one. John Bledsoe is light years ahead of other attorneys. He stood by myside and was able to single handedly get me a settlement of $550,000.00. All the other attorneys said it would be IMPOSSIBLE to get a dime, I guess they never ran up against Mr. Bledsoe before...
I was so impressed with John and how he handled my son’s custody case. He was so kind and reassuring to my son who was beside himself. They prevailed in court. I can’t thank John enough for his patience & understanding. Great attorney!!
Helped in a crisis My ex wouldn’t return our daughter and follow court orders. John got him to do it.
Grandparents rights Mr. Bledsoe assisted us in getting custody of our granddaughter. She was with her birth parents and the situation was not where any child should be. Other attorneys had told us it would be almost impossible to get custody from birth parents. Mr. Bledsoe fought hard and really new the law. He assured us that grandparents do have rights, especially when it is in the best interest of the child. We are so very grateful to Mr. Bledsoe for all he did in getting us full custody of our granddaughter. He was always there for us and we would recommend him highly to anyone that needs a honest and hardworking attorney.
Dr Eugene R, Humphries John Bledsoe is the best attorney with whom I have ever worked. He knows the law. He works well to solve any problem that happens during a divorce. He is kind and helpful during a very difficult process. His fees are fair and he is honest. I give him ten stars out of five
John goes the extra mile for his clients. He is professional and yet compassionate and understanding. I would recommend John to anyone and everyone. I would give him 10 stars on the review if Google would allow it!
I have been going to court proceedings for the last 2 1/2 years after I filed for divorce from my husband of 17 years. We have five children and two successful businesses. My ex-husband has been starving my kids and me out to the point that my church has been assisting us. I have had several other attorneys but my case has not moved forward in any timely manner. That is, until I met Mr. Bledsoe. It has been a very difficult battle with my ex. He does not do anything willingly. During our last court proceeding everything was going south for my case because of the lies that were being told. We were there all day long and Mr. Bledsoe negotiated wisely and fairly with the opposing counsel outside of the courtroom throughout the day. Opposing counsel would change their minds right before we would go back into the courtroom and completely waste time. It was just a game to them. When we went back into the courtroom at the end of the day Mr. Bledsoe had had enough of their games. He tactfully but forcefully persuaded the judge in our favor and saved my whole case!! He is well respected with the judges which goes a long way. Mr. Bledsoe is very experienced and capable in the courtroom. He will be kind and understanding with you and a strategic and strong opponent to opposing counsel.
Advocet for Fathers rights! I have dealt with a few family layers for my divorce and custody with my ex wife. And wasn't feeling they really cared about my case. So like some people i see in court rep. themselves and tried that. (not a good idea). So feeling i needed a change i sought out the help of John Bledsoe. I found him very personable right off the bat. He already was up to speed on my case from are first meeting. We formed a strategy and went to work. Are first court date went just like he said. Then are next court date went even better. with the judge on our side I felt really good for the decision that went are way. because of John experience in court really allowed the judge to see the truth in my case. And will always be indebted to him. I recommend him to anyone who feels like they need a advocate on there side.
The most important divorce decision that you will make Deciding on what attorney to use is the toughest and most important decision you'll ever make. John Bledsoe is the greatest attorney. He took care of my legal problems from start to finish. He has a great reputation at the courthouse, he is a known case winner for over 24 years. Our judge really respected Attorney Bledsoe, that is a great feeling to experience as his client. I am forever grateful for my large support order that allows me to stay home and raise my children. I have this because I picked the right attorney.
Accessible and Very Effective John is an extremely caring attorney and is always easy to reach. From the first consultation I knew immediately he was the attorney I would be using and relaxed knowing he would take care of me during my divorce. I am very pleased with not only his services but his effectiveness in my legal matter.
Divorce is a scary thing to be faced with. When you need expertise in the area of family law look no further than John Bledsoe. He is a very fair, honest and open attorney who sees through each and every detail. He will go out of his way to make sure you are taken care of. He will ensure your case is handled properly and you receive the best outcome possible. I had a unique custody situation and John handled it with ease. Thank you John for all of your expertise that allowed me to receive everything I was looking for and protecting myself and my kids through it all to. Thank you, John.
Came highly recommended and both Mr. Bledsoe and his firm have exceeded recommendations. Staff are professional while most caring.
Mr. Bledsoe was always there for our family. He kept us well informed and was quick to reply. He is very knowledgeable and cares for his clients. His expertise is matched by his high standards of integrity.
I would recommend John Bledose to anyone who is going through a divorce or child custody battle. He is diligent and professional in the court room. John is a Pro, and helped me every step of the way, earning more time with my daughter and getting a fair outcome for our family. Thanks again and God Bless!!
John went out of his way to call me back and consult with me regarding my individual family situation, while offering all options regarding divorce and lifestyle changes to consider based on my feedback. I appreciated his approach and professional manner regarding my personal situation. He listens and gives real honest examples from his experiences. Highly recommend for those looking for answers on questions we don’t know or haven’t thought about!
