Heather Mellyn Cullen
Certified Family Law Specialist
Attorney Heather Cullen is a Certified Family Law Specialist and practices exclusively Family Law.
Attorney Cullen is a native Southern Californian who graduated Cum Laude with a dual bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Law and Society from the University of California, Riverside. Attorney Cullen then earned her Juris Doctor Degree from The University of California at Davis School of Law.
Attorney Cullen is currently an active member of the State Bar of California. She is licensed to practice law in the State of California and the U.S. District Court Central District of California. Attorney Cullen is also an active member of the Riverside County and San Bernardino County Bar Associations.
Attorney Cullen founded Cullen, Murphy in 1998 and has practiced exclusively in the Riverside and San Bernardino courts for over 20 years. Her years of knowledge provide clients with a fast track through filing procedures and issues that unrepresented clients may encounter as difficult and time-consuming. Attorney Cullen has established a law firm that puts clients first and applies cutting-edge technology to provide effective and reliable legal representation.
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Credit Cards Accepted
- California
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Attorney at Law
- Cullen Family Law Group
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- University of California - Riverside
- B.A. | Philosophy / Law & Society
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
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- University of California, Davis, School of Law
- J.D. | Law
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- Leading Lawyer
- Inland Empire Magazine
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers
- Top 10% Law Firm in Country [Managing Attorney]
- Lawyers of Distinction
- Who's Who in the Inland Empire
- Inland Empire Magazine
- Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award
- Marquis Who's Who In American Law
- California State Bar # 195880
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- Riverside County Bar Association
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- San Bernardino County Bar Association
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- Riverside County Bar Association Public Service Law Corp.
- Volunteer Attorney
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- When a divorced California parent with children wants to move
- Cullen Family Law Group
- Minimize the danger during child custody transfers
- Heather Cullen
- Is co-parenting the right decision for your family?
- Heather Cullen
- Are Fathers' and Mothers' Rights Different in California
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- KFI AM640 Radio, KFI AM640 Radio, Riverside, CA
- KFI
- Discussion regarding plea deal related to Laura Whitehurst child abuse case.
- NBC News: Press Conference, NBC New: Press Conference, Riverside, CA
- National Broadcast Company
- http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Laura-Whitehurst-Citrus-Valley-High-School-Redlands-Unified-School-District-Sex-With-Student-Lawsuit-Baby-244155571.html
- Certified Family Law Specialist
- The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
Cullen Family Law Group
- Q. I need to terminate temporary guardianship. My son needs to home l requested a lawyer but got ignored..
- A: It is in your best interest to consult with an experienced guardianship attorney who practices in the courthouse wherein your matter will be heard. The attorney can review you matter with you and outline the costs for services. Terminating a guardianship can be very difficult and costly. Your best starting point is with a consultation with an experienced attorney.
I hope the above answer is helpful.
Good luck to you.
- Q. I am a minor at 17, and I want to see my mom that lost custody. I know she is clean and doing well can I see her?
- A: This is a difficult issue. When you are 18 you will be able to make any decision that you would like. However, the court has found that it is in your best interest to be with your father at this time. Therefore, you may want to discuss the issue of communicating with your mother with your father primarily. It may be the easiest solution. Family law dynamics are so intricate and open communication is most often the best way to address concerns.
I hope the above answer is helpful.
Good luck to you.
- Q. How do I contest a home study done recently in regards to our possible adoption?
- A: This is an adoption question (which is in the probate court) rather than a family law question. However, if you want to object to the home study you will want to discuss your options with an experienced adoption attorney. The court's utilize home studies in each adoption and they rely heavily on the findings of the study when making their decisions.
It is in your best interest to consult with an experienced adoption attorney who practices in the courthouse wherein your matter will be heard.
I hope the above answer is helpful.
Good luck to you.
