Richard D. West

Best Lawyers in America® 2021 Family Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Orlando.

Important questions:

Should I get a Divorce?

​Deciding to end your marriage, especially when you have children and a high net worth might be the most critical and difficult decision you will ever make.  Sometimes that decision is made for you by your spouse.  Few events in a person’s life have the emotional and financial impact of a divorce.

How Do I Select a Lawyer?

 First, interview several lawyers.  Compare their credentials, their experience, and maybe most importantly, their philosophy. Having the right lawyer on your team makes all the difference.

For over 35 years, I have handled high net-worth divorces in Central Florida. I am Board Certified by the Florida Bar, a Fellow of the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the International Academy of Family Lawyers, and a Certified Financial Litigator. In addition, I am a Diplomate of the American College of Trial Lawyers; only100 lawyers in the country have this distinction. I was recognized in 2022, 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the areas of Family Law, Collaborative Family Law, Family Law Arbitration, and Family Law Mediation.

 How Do I Choose the Correct Process?

Explore mediation, collaborative law, and litigation.

I have extensive experience with all three methodologies. During your Matrimonial Assesment, I will educate you and help you decide which is best for you and your family.  There is no one size fits all approach.  You, your children, your financial circumstances are unique.  

What are West Family Law Group’s Governing Principles?

1. We will keep your children’s welfare as the most crucial consideration in 

your divorce.

2. We will keep you out of court whenever possible.

3. We will educate you on the law so you can make the best decisions possible.

4. We will keep you advised on everything happening in your case.

5. We will return calls and emails promptly.

6. We will treat you as we would want to be treated.

7. We will not help you “punish” your spouse.

​We have extensive experience with high net worth divorces and hotly contested child-related matters.  Do we charge for a Matrimonial Assessment? Yes, we do.  Our Matrimonial Assessment will be the best money you spend on your divorce.  We give you an accurate, honest, and thorough assessment of realistic expectations for the outcome of your divorce. For a confidential, individualized assesment, please call 407-425-8878.  

Helping Financially Successful People 

Restructure Their Families Since 1986