Awards & Professional Recognition

Attorney Awards & Recognition in Riverside, CA

When your family, financial security, or relationship with your children is at stake, you need an attorney who will understand the facts, explain your options, and prepare your case for negotiation or trial. Edgar & Dow represents clients in California divorce, custody, support, and property disputes.

Managing attorney H. William “Bill” Edgar has practiced law in California since 1998. His professional record includes peer-reviewed ratings, repeated client-service recognition, and leadership in the Riverside County legal community. His career reflects decades of family law practice, service to the profession, and recognition from peers and clients. Learn more about H. William Edgar’s professional background.

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Why Clients Choose Edgar & Dow

Experienced Family Law Representation

Family law decisions can affect children, finances, and property for years to come. We approach each matter with attention to the evidence, practical advice, and preparation for contested hearings when necessary. Our practice includes divorce, custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, and domestic violence restraining orders.

Recognition From Fellow Legal Professionals

Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Review Ratings reflect professional evaluations of an attorney’s legal ability and ethical standards. Unlike client-review awards, these ratings are based on assessments from members of the legal profession.

Recognition From Clients

Mr. Edgar has received Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion recognition in multiple years, including Platinum distinctions, as well as Avvo Client’s Choice recognition. These recognitions are based on qualifying client reviews and offer a separate perspective on the experience of working with an attorney.

Established Leadership in Riverside

Mr. Edgar served as Chairperson of the Riverside County Bar Association from 2010 to 2012. His professional background also includes service as a family law judge pro tem and attorney fee dispute arbitrator. His involvement in these roles reflects a longstanding professional presence in Riverside County. Read more about why clients choose Edgar & Dow.

Recognition From Clients and the Legal Profession

Awards and ratings have different criteria. The following record distinguishes client-review recognition, peer ratings, professional honors, and publication appearances.

Avvo Client Recognition

Professional Recognition Through the Years

Martindale-Hubbell Awards and Ratings

• 2026 — Distinguished Peer Review Rating
• 2026 — Platinum Client Champion
• 2025 — Distinguished Attorney recognition
• 2024 — Client Champion Platinum Distinction
• 2023 — Distinguished Attorney recognition
• 2023 — BV Distinguished Rating anniversary recognition
• 2022 — Platinum Client Champion
• 2022 — BV Rating fifth-anniversary recognition
• 2021 — Distinguished Peer Review Rating
• 2021 — Platinum Client Champion
• 2019 — Client Champion
• 2018 — Client Champion
• 2017 — Martindale-Nolo Client Distinction Award
• 2015 — Client Distinction Award

Avvo Awards and Ratings

• 2026 — Avvo Client’s Choice recognition
• 2022 — Avvo Rated Top Lawyer
• 2021 — Avvo Rated Top Lawyer and Client’s Choice recognition
• 2012–2020 — Avvo Client’s Choice Awards (annual)
• 2017 — Avvo 10.0 Rating
• 2015 — Avvo Superb Rated Attorney

National and Legal Industry Recognition

• 2026 — Best Family Law Attorneys in Riverside, Lawful
• 2024 — Lawyer Monthly Legal Awards, Family Law — USA
• 2024 — MyLegalWin Award recognition
• 2020 — America’s Most Honored Lawyers, Top 5%
• 2020 — California’s Top Attorneys recognition
• 2019 — America’s Most Honored Professionals, Top 5%
• 2019 — AIOFLA 10 Best Family Law Attorney recognition
• 2018 — America’s Most Honored Professionals, Top 10%
• 2018 — AIOFLA 10 Best Family Law Firm recognition
• 2017 — Top 100 Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates
• 2016 — American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best Family Law Attorneys

Inland Empire Magazine Features and Recognition

• 2020 — Annual Top Lawyer edition
• 2019 — Top Lawyer edition
• 2018 — Top Lawyer edition
• 2016 — Top Lawyers
• 2015 — Top Lawyer
• 2014 — Top Local Attorney

Academic Recognition

• 1998 — CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Civil Liberties and Civil Rights

Professional Leadership and Service

• Chairperson, Riverside County Bar Association, 2010–2012
• Former Family Law Judge Pro Tem
• Riverside County Attorney Fee Dispute Arbitrator
• Founder and President, Edgar Family Foundation

Discuss Your Family Law Matter With Our Firm

If you are considering divorce, facing a custody dispute, or dealing with a difficult support or property issue, contact Edgar & Dow to discuss the facts, your legal options, and the next steps in your case.

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Professional Profiles

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Professional ratings, awards, and publication recognitions use different selection criteria and do not guarantee a particular result in any legal matter.