Brett Wishart is an exceptional attorney. He is kind, diplomatic and assertive. More importantly, he gets results. By the end of my court case, opposing counsel looked like she was going to cry in utter defeat. It was clear that he did his homework. He is cool, calm and collected until you get to the courtroom, that’s when he strikes. I would highly recommended Brett Wishart. Brett Wishart is the reason that my daughter is safe.

A friend of mine recommended Brett to me. He told me he did an amazing job grilling his ex wife during his trial. My wife and I were involved in a very volatile custody case that turned into a domestic violence case against her ex husband. So an attorney that could truly handle himself well during a trial was a high priority to us. Our boys well being depended on it as did our piece of mind. From our first meeting with Brett we could see that he was the right choice for us. From start to finish we had complete confidence in Brett. Every time we were in court we could see Brett was in complete charge of our case. He took the lead for us and for the opposing attorneys (her ex had several). We could see he was running the show and when our trial finally came I'd say he pitched a no hitter. It was an extremely lopsided win for us. Brett simply buried the opposing side in the facts. We got a 3 year restraining order, sole custody with no visitation for her ex. Justice was served and now the kids can go about their lives without disruption from disturbed individuals. Thanks Brett ! We appreciate that more than you can know!

When my Ex husband served me papers for custody of my kids, someone highly recommended Brett Wishart. In fact he demanded that I see Brett and told me "don't take a chance with another attorney regarding your kids." Although my case started as a custody case it later ended up as a Domestic Violence Restraining Order case. I was never physically hurt from bruises or hospitalized, his abuse was more mental and psychological. Brett was able to present my case to the judge and the judge got it. I left court getting more than I asked for. I ended up with the restraining order, got sole custody and my ex didn't even get visitation. I would have never gotten what I got if I went with another attorney. I would rate Brett an A++ and 100 stars if I could! Even my Ex commented after trial what a great attorney Brett is and that he wished he retained Brett for himself. If Brett accepts your case, consider yourself very lucky! I can tell you when he goes to court he goes in to WIN !

I've hired Mr Wishart twice now and would definitely recommend him for any of your Family Law needs.

There is nothing more important than family and in dealing with such important cases, Brett is both brilliant and compassionate. Most importantly he is honest and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone I really care about.

Very patience, caring and brilliant attorney who truly puts his best effort for his clients. His dedication and focus on his clients is apparent as soon as you walk into his office. Great atmosphere, talented staff, and very peaceful feeling there.

Mr. Wishart is an amazing attorney. He is honest, hardworking, and he fights for his client's rights. He definitely accomplishes what he promises, and he knows the law inside and out and knows how to position his clients for success. He is thorough and prompt, and his team all works to make sure things go as smoothly as possible. I would recommend Mr. Wishart in a heartbeat for any of your Family Law needs.

Brett is an outstanding lawyer! I have had some friends use Brett and he comes highly recommended . After my first meeting with Brett, there was no question that he would be the attorney for me. Knowing he'll be on my side and protecting my interests. Brett is an honest, intelligent, hardworking, and well-studied lawyer. He is the kind of person who will tell you what you need to hear, rather than what you want to hear. If it is not obvious already, let me state that I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Brett Wishart.

Brett Wishart and his team are very responsive and provide the highest level of customer service. They have provided an outstanding ministration over the years, and I will continue recommending their services to everyone. Thank you!

Brett Wishart is the best family law attorney in southern California! 6 out of 5 stars! He’s the best! He is incredibly knowledgeable of the law and he has years upon years of experience in the courtroom. He is confident, capable, and articulate and it readily shows. He helped me to be calm during a time when there was nothing to be calm about. Brett gets results! I am so glad I had Brett on my side! I recommend Brett Wishart to anyone in need of an excellent attorney to help them with any family law issues! I would not hesitate to call and hire Brett again if I ever need him!

I was very fortunate to obtain Mr. Wishart as my Counsel. He came as a recommendation from as family friend, who said he was "the only attorney you should be speaking with". I will be forever thankful I took that advice. I can say with confidence, that anyone considering Mr. Wishart's services, will have the same positive experience I had, should they decide to go with him.
When a person needs to contact a Family Law attorney, it is generally a very difficult season. Mr. Wishart and his staff stepped in during this difficult season for my family, and facilitated an outcome that was beneficial for all, most notably- my Children.
I greatly appreciated how knowledgeable Mr. Wishart was regarding the law. I was able to lay my entire trust in his ability to negotiate and litigate.
Holly's attention to detail proved a valuable asset in many aspects of my case.
If you need the services from a family law attorney, I cannot not recommend Mr. Wishart highly enough. His firm is an investment in your peace of mind, sanity and future.

I recommend Brett Wishart and his staff without any hesitation or reservation to anyone in need of stellar, excellent representation and advice in any Family Law matter or case! Brett is amazing! He has a deep knowledge and understanding of Family Law and he has many, many years of experience practicing law and advocating zealously for his clients. He exceeded my expectations in all aspects regarding representing me throughout all phases of my case. He is respectful and responsive; he is articulate and confident in the courtroom. He has extensive experience in the courtroom and his ability to articulate my position and argue my case was obviously apparent. He is the best Family Law attorney in Orange County! No question! I would not trust my case to anyone else. Brett is worth 6 out of 5 stars!

If you’re searching for exceptional quality of representation combined with complete commitment to you and your case, then Brett Wishart is the Family Law Attorney you are looking for. During my consultation Brett expertly formed a strategy for my unique case and navigated me through the process with ease. His experience and preparedness made all the difference in court.

If you are searching for an EXCEPTIONAL Family Law attorney, look no further. Having had disappointing experiences with several other Family Law attorneys in Orange County over the years, I can honestly say that Brett Wishart is hands down the best attorney out there. There is a lot of emotion involved in family law cases, but when it comes down to brass tacks the most important asset you have while going through this process is an attorney that is prepared at all times and can successfully and professionally litigate on your behalf.

My divorce was finalized about 1 month ago - I hired Brett to handle my case and I was very pleased with his performance, communication and the final result/judgement that he helped me win in my case. Being a man with a young child and looking to gain equal custody I was very concerned that the odds were stacked against me as I've always heard the courts favor the mother when dealing with a younger child. Brett wasn't fazed by this and stated that he wins equal custody for fathers regularly. That was what I wanted to hear because nothing else mattered to me in my case other than making sure I had equal time with my son. At the start of my divorce I met with 3 attorneys and decided Brett was the best for me and I'm glad I made that decision. He has a calm and intelligent demeanor and you can tell he is respected by the judges and their staff in the courtroom. He was very professional when dealing with my ex's attorney which I think goes a long way toward achieving a favorable result. In the end after multiple court appearances I was able to come to an agreement with my ex that Brett helped orchestrate and the judge signed off granting me equal custody. I am so happy to put this ordeal behind me and I'm very glad I had Brett there with me to help get it done. One great thing about Brett is he is not a stodgy/stuffy lawyer - he is a down to earth guy that you will enjoy working with and talking to and you can tell everybody that he interacts with feels the same way. I would absolutely recommend Brett to anybody in need of a family law attorney.

The Law Offices of Brett R. Wishart assisted me during a very difficult and complicated legal proceeding. After having a terrible experience with a previous law firm, Brett and his staff handled my case efficiently and fairly. I was very pleased with the overall outcome and general guidance throughout the entire process. Brett and his entire team were easily accessible via both email and telephone communication. I would highlight The Law Offices of Brett R. Wishart to anyone in need of legal assistance.

Brett Wishart helped me through a long and very difficult divorce. He's knowledgeable, effective and pays close attention to detail. Brett is sincerely compassionate and continuously fought for me and the well being of my children and our needs. His closing argument was aggressive, detailed and on point with facts and timelines. Brett always made sure that the court was completely educated at all times. Needless to say I was very please with his performance throughout the divorce and very pleased with the outcome.
His assistant Holly is awesome to work with. She's caring, detailed and efficient. She always makes sure she gets back to you in a timely manner as well.
I have great appreciation for the continual fight! I highly recommend Brett and his team to anyone who is looking for an excellent lawyer and staff.

I would recommend Brett to anyone and everyone. After about three and a half years of a horribly messy and drawn out custody dispute I replaced my previous council with Mr. Wishart. He was able to help bring the matter to an end within a few months. Excellent representation.

Brett is a great lawyer and wonderful person to work with. I personally and highly recommend him as a divorce's lawyer. His staff members are very well professional and they go above and beyond to perform their services.

Brett and his staff were professional, knowledgeable and considerate of my situation. Brett did an outstanding job in court fighting for my financial future.

Mr. Wishart has been representing me since August 2017, I can't be more happier. After he got me 50/50 legal custody in 2017, it was time to get 50/50 physical custody.
His arguments are flawless; he presented the court with the facts and evidence the court needs. He got me 50/50 custody.
He stayed after the hearing for hours making sure the order is typed up and clear to avoid errors.
Mr. Wishart, cares for his clients. He is very knowledgeable. He work and study the case before trial. He is an honest man.
He will be always my attorney.

An extremely knowledgeable attorney who explains the process clearly. I would recommend Brett to anyone who wants the reassurance that all work is completed properly. Brett is a 5 star lawyer.

My husband and I highly recommend Brett R. Wishart and his team of highly qualified professionals for any issues regarding family law. Our case was highly contentious and dealt with complex and difficult matters from a previous divorce from over 5 years ago. Brett's team was able to negotiate a settlement that was creative and used out of the box thinking that clearly benefited us and our children. We were able to get 50/50 custody of our son that was heavily contested. He also got us an end date for alimony that was previously for life, and at the same time he was able to keep us from having to pay for any of the opposing counsel's fees. Everything that we wanted in the settlement, and even more so, Brett and his team were able to accomplish for us. They were a true blessing for us and we are eternally grateful.

Brett and his team are absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend Brett to any friends and family. Brett stepped into our case, a complicated, highly contentious domestic violence divorce case with years of history in court. He brought expertise, strength, support and a sense of ease that made the courtroom no longer a scary place for me. Brett is so highly respected by his colleagues and judges, he is like a celebrity in Superior Court. I feel so blessed to have found Brett and his team (Heidi, Juliette & Holly)! Thank you for everything you have done thus far for us. You have become a part of our family.

Brett Wishart is an exceptional attorney. From the first meeting I had with him, I felt at ease and like my case would be a priority. Every step of the way, Brett and his staff went above and beyond to make sure that my case was handled well. I came to Brett seeking immediate help in a custody modification (post-divorce) and he was thorough, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the entire process. Opposing counsel was, to put it nicely, beyond difficult to work with and forced unnecessary paperwork and court dates. Brett handled these instances in a calm and professional manner and never allowed his frustrations with opposing counsel to get in the way of him delivering the best service possible. I would not hesitate to refer Brett to anyone seeking help in Family court. My only regret would be not getting help sooner!

I consider myself so lucky that I had Brett there to guide me through such a difficult time. He was always professional and responsive. Both Brett and Holly are knowledgeable, patient, kind and understanding. Though compassionate, Brett is aggressive when the situation requires him to be. Both in and out of court, Brett has proven to be an outstanding attorney. He is attentive and I believe he really cares about his clients and their needs. Holly, is an absolute delight to work with. Although my divorce was final several years ago, Brett and Holly continue to assist me whenever questions/issues with custody or support arise. I did my research and consulted several attorneys so that I could be sure I was getting someone that understood my needs and would fight for me....I couldn't be more pleased with my decision to retain Brett.

I have known Brett Wishart for 3 years. My first contact with him was regarding a child custody case. From the onset, Brett took great interest in that case, was professional and always available when I needed him.

Because of this, I retained Brett again for a divorce I was going through. Not to my surprise, Brett took great interest in my case. He is very knowledgeable in family law and current case law. As I client, you want an attorney you can trust and someone who gives you updates on your case. You will find that in Brett. You don't have to worry about him, because he gives 100% for you and he is just a nice guy. His paralegal Holly is always kind, a good listener and pleasure to talk to. Together Brett and Holly make a good team! I highly recommend him if you need an outstanding family law attorney. To all my fellow LEO's, he is the guy to go to.

I want to thank Brett Wishart and his staff, Holly and Yolie. They were extremely friendly, helpful and professional in helping us through a very tough time. Though my wife and I are no longer together, Mr Wishart made this experience extremely easy and we were able to find an amicable agreement that did not require uncomfortable court time. I highly recommend Brett Wishart and his family law practice to anyone and everyone. Thank you so much!!

Brett was recommended to me by a friend who swore that I had to hire him and him alone. Interestingly, he was recommended to my ex-wife as well but I got to him first, and that made a huge difference. I am an attorney and so I paid attention to the manner in which Brett handled my divorce and I was so glad I chose him. He is ethical, was honest with me at every stage, dotted every I and crossed every T, and was sincerely interested in the outcome of my case. When we had court appearances, it was clear that the staff and judges all knew and respected him. Both of my ex-wife's lawyers told her that Brett was not someone whom they could trifle with and that he was a very good family law lawyer. I have gladly recommended Brett on repeated occasions and I will continue to do so. If you have a family law need, THIS is the lawyer to hire.

As a single father, the system can feel stacked against you. Brett Wishart's office has done a great job for me, and in spite of my complicated move-away custody case, in the end I was awarded sole physical custody of my 6-year-old son. They had a detailed approach to the legal arguments and case law, which our judge found to be useful and persuasive, and also made sure to incorporate the personal information that made my case (and I'm sure every case is) unique, giving me the comfort that everything that could be done, was being done, and giving the judge the best possible information for making a good decision.

Personality-wise, Brett and his associates' demeanor is confident, professional, organized, and friendly. Many attorneys advertise an aggressive "bulldog" persona, and I felt more secure with the collected approach Brett Wishart takes - getting aggressive when necessary, but always staying in control. It's very easy to get emotional in divorce and custody cases, but an attorney should be the voice of reason, and that is what worked best for my case, reassuring me that my goals were reasonable, and achieving them.

Finally, they were up front about estimated costs, and didn't nickel and dime me with extra charges.

I engaged Brett Wishart and his team (Yolie & Holly) to help me with my divorce under some unique circumstances. I live in Florida and I am a full-time resident of Florida - never even lived in California. My ex-wife filed for divorce in California so it was imperative I found a highly competent attorney in California, and within Orange County.

Being a former attorney, I did a lot of research and determined Brett and his team would be the best choice for me. My research proved true - Brett is an incredible attorney and walked me through each step of the process, explaining each option and what to expect. Moreover, he was very understanding and displayed a high level of empathy for me, since divorce is a very personal matter. His team were very thoughtful, engaging and highly competent.

Brett plans for the worse / most difficult outcome so there are no surprises, but works diligently at trying to preserve / achieve the best outcome, thus reducing stress & reducing legal fees. I am very grateful for his counsel and highly recommend him as an attorney and as a genuinely understanding person.

I worked with Brett and Holly on a protracted divorce proceeding. The outcome was positive and the team was professional. I was an active participant in my case and we all worked as a team to achieve a positive outcome.

Maintaining active participation and involvement is important to achieve the desired outcome. This team is easy to work with, professional and responsive.

Words cannot express the gratitude I have for Brett Wishart and his staff. I came to Brett looking for guidance and wisdom and I left his office with much more. I was facing going back to court to resolve childcare issues that were left undefined in my previous agreement. He assured me that I was within the law and my expectations were realistic. He kept me very informed throughout the process while educating me along the way, placing my mind at ease knowing I was in good hands. He and his staff work very hard to return phone calls, emails, or setting up a meeting. I always felt like my case was on his desk and it was clear in his negotiations with opposing counsel that I chose the right lawyer. I would recommend the law office of Brett Wishart to anyone looking for an honest, caring, intelligent lawyer who knows the law and how it works for you.

I am so thankful that I found Brett. Right through the gate he took control of the situation. He always answered my calls or called me back right away. His staff was super friendly and I always felt as though my opinion mattered to them. Finding a good lawyer that will put up a good fight for you can be so difficult. Let me make it easy for you. Brett Wishart is as good as it gets. Thanks again Brett; God bless you!

I was close to giving in and giving up on my divorce when I hired Brett. I fought for years for visitation rights and fair child support. I was very down and thought the fight would never end, as my finances were slowly being drained by my ex wife and lawyer fees.
Within months of hiring Brett my divorce was finished and I got very close to what I had wanted and felt was fair. I'm grateful to him and have respect for the way he works.

My fiancé struggled to end a terrible divorce. His ex wanted everything and to give him nothing. He spent the first 2 1/2 years with a lawyer telling him just to give her everything and another taking every chance he could to bill him and all while keeping important information from him. This led to no resolution and only causing a very emotional and frustrating time for us.
I found Brett on Avvo and my fiancé hired him immediately. 6 months later the divorce is done and my fiancé got very close to what he wanted. Brett was straight forward, honest and kept on top of things. If I could give anyone advise going through a divorce, get a good lawyer! Save yourself the time, stress and emotional ride, hire Brett! We are also confidant in future, dealing with his ex, knowing Brett is a phone call away.

So when my divorce began I felt like my world was falling apart and I dreaded the idea of even shopping around for a divorce attorney. I'm one of those people that hates going to the doctor or the dentist, and finding an attorney felt like it was going to be just as painful. I spoke with quite a few attorney's before I found Brett Wishart. While there wasn't anything really wrong with any of the ones I found, I just wasn't feeling any confidence in the ones I spoke with. But when I spoke with Brett on the phone for the first time, I immediately felt at ease both in the way he made me feel like everything was going to be alright and confidence in his knowledge and experience. He made me feel like he really wanted to help me come out of this with my best interests in mind. I knew right away that he was going to take care of things as much as I needed him to. When I met him in person there was no doubt in my mind that he was the one that I wanted to handle my case.

He's always responsive whether I emailed him or called and he was even there for me during some pretty bad situations when I needed his guidance more than anything. Whenever I had questions, regardless of how simple or complex, he had the answers I needed and he was able to help me keep my head in a few moments where I wasn't sure how I was going to cope or get through it all. He and Holly were very thorough in making sure they knew everything that was going on and it made me feel like I had the best experts in the field at my back. Or in some instances leading the way.

If you are looking for someone that is going to take care of you and help you out, I would highly recommend Brett Wishart. I can't tell you enough how working with him helped me get through my divorce and not feeling like I was alone. If you are shopping around for help, then you should go no further. Brett Wishart is the only person that you need on your side.

I had originally retained different counsel for my divorce. After 4 months of no progress and poor communication with their office, i reached out to Brett.

Brett took my case and was very thorough explaining everything to me. Brett and Holly kept me up to date on the progress all the way through. I never once had to reach out to them for an update.

Brett is very knowledgeable and skillful at what he does. He pushed forward to move my case along.

I was ready to take my case to trial but because of Brett's expertise and negotiating skills, we were able to settle in mediation.

Thank you Brett - you did an outstanding job!

It is with great pleasure that I HIGHLY recommend Mr. Brett Wishart. Brett accepted my case regarding custody and visitation years after my "amicable" divorce that had taken place without any attorney involvement. After my divorce I became a legal secretary myself (not for Brett or anyone within his firm,) and I now know the importance of good legal representation.

Regardless of my knowledge of Family Law and how the system works, my own case made me just as emotional and short sighted as anyone dealing with the sensitivity of the well being of their children. Brett not only comforted my anxiety but made sure to keep me on track. Most clients want a counselor/attorney but only desire to pay for one of them. It takes a well rounded and ethical attorney (person) to be able to give comfort without exploiting the "by the hour" fee that can be abused by some. Brett (and his staff) are amazing at making a client feel heard at the same time that they keep them on track of the task at hand. I have no doubt that my legal fees would have been twice as much had I been allowed to "vent" more than I did. And again, I always felt heard and comforted.

My case resulted in a full 730 evaluation. Brett was AMAZING in his guidance of the entire process. I am convinced that if it hadn't been for his strong suggestion for me to forego the opposing side's offer to split costs in favor of their evaluator and instead pay 100% to be able to choose Brett's suggested evaluator, that my case would not have ended in my children's best interest. Sometimes you must lose a battle to win the war and win the war my kids did! I owe my kids' childhood to Brett and to the evaluator that he chose.

Let's face it, no one wants to be in a position to hire an attorney. Knowing what I now know, I would NEVER represent myself in court even with my legal background. I know that many feel that legal fees are astronomically high and begrudgingly hand over the retainer and then reluctantly agree to their attorney's suggestions because of fees. People get a sense of entitlement because their feelings of being "wronged" somehow equate in their mind that their attorney should be honored to represent them. If whomever reading this comes away with anything from someone who has gone before you, let it be these three things:

1. Your emotional distress and that of every other client is thrust upon your attorney and no amount of money could ever be enough to willing take on someone else's stresses. That being said, your choice of an attorney is crucial and you would be wise to pick Brett Wishart.
2. You may not like every bit of advise that Brett gives you but it is always in your case's best interest, you'd be wise to take it. (I cannot make that statement for all attorneys in the world.)
3. Your attorney is only as good as the truths you tell him. He cannot represent you well if you do not represent yourself well to him.

I hope that his has been helpful in your search for the right attorney. I lucked out in finding Brett on my own. Take my advice and stop your search because you would be foolish to not retain Brett's services.