Joseph Torri

Joseph Torri

Los Angeles Superior Court
  • Criminal Law
  • California
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Joseph Torri is on the Riverside Superior Court's - Family Law Minor's Counsel List of Approved Attorneys. Judges sitting in California family law courtrooms may appoint private counsel to represent children in high-conflict child custody cases. Also, Mr. Torri is a volunteer mediator at the Los Angeles Superior Court Southeast Judicial District in Norwalk, California. Joseph Torri received his undergraduate degree from California State University, Fullerton, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Speech Communication. While at undergraduate college, Mr. Torri was on the speech and debate team, as well as, President of the Criminal Justice Student Association. Mr. Torri attended law school at Western State University College of Law in Fullerton, California. While in law school, he was on the moot court team where he competed in a state competition and was one of the finalists based on his writing and oral advocacy. Mr. Torri also was on the dean's list at both California State University, Fullerton, and in law school at Western State University College of Law. After obtaining his license to practice law in 2004, Mr. Torri has worked with both the Riverside County Office of the Public Defender and the San Bernardino Office of the District Attorney. Mr. Torri started working privately in 2009 with his vast litigation and jury trial experience from his criminal law background by handling family law, immigration and probate matters, in addition to his criminal cases, giving him several years of valuable experience to handle these types of cases. As a lawyer with significant litigation experience, Mr. Torri is fully prepared to handle cases involving family law matters, as well as, any criminal matters. Attorney Joseph Torri is able to practice law within the California state courts and the United States District Court, Central District.

Practice Area
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Volunteer Mediator
Los Angeles Superior Court
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Education
California St Univ Fullerton
Undergraduate Degree
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Western State Univ COL
Law Degree
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Awards
Certificate of Tribute
Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law
Certificate of Recognition
Riverside County Public Defender
Professional Associations
South Orange County Bar Association
President
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Riverside County Bar Association
Attorney Member
- Current
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California State Bar Family Law Section
Attorney Member
- Current
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California State Bar  # 233905
Member
- Current
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South Orange County Bar Association
Vice-President
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South Orange County Bar Association
Treasurer
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Orange County Bar Association
Attorney Member
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Riverside County Bar Association
Attorney Member
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Speaking Engagements
Divorce & Separation Domestic Relations: Domestic Violence, WISEPlace Hotel for Women, WISEPlace Hotel for Women
Orange County Bar Association
Websites & Blogs
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335 Questions Answered
Q. my kids mom is trying to take my kids to Texas we both share custody of my two kids can she??
A: She made a move away/relocation request with the court. These are some of the most challenging cases in family Court due to the consequences of the court’s order. I’m confident her attorney knows the rules, etc. You should hire an attorney for this case since you may not know the details for the analysis. If she is allowed to move, you may have to pay a high amount of child support since your custody will be minimal. Consult with a family lawyer right away, and file paperwork with the court quickly since you don’t want it being untimely.
Q. My ex-husband decided to move to Riverside county 1 1/2 hours away from my home in San Diego County, which is not in the
A: It’s possible to revisit custody, but consult with a family lawyer before doing anything. Generally moves like this should be evaluated carefully. If he took the kids with him on a primary basis, you should probably act quickly. If you have primary custody, the judge will probably state that the receiving parent picks up even if Dad is in Riverside. I have seen judges order the receiving parent pick up on alternate weekends when one parent lives in Arizona. Both parents can agree on a meeting place, but that may not happen if there’s no agreement. Definitely consult with a lawyer.
Q. My son's father and i have a verbal agreement when it comes to custody but recently he has no where to live.
A: Each case is unique. How he spends time with the children is critical. You can most likely come to a temporary agreement until he has a place to live. He has custody and visitation rights. Ask him where he intends to stay with the children if doesn’t have a place. The court will make temporary orders if a parent files a request for order for child custody and visitation. The court will make permanent orders (subject to modification) when the time is right. Most family lawyers offer a free initial consultation.
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Riverside, CA 92501
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