Richard Gaines Heston
Heston & Heston, Attorneys at Law
Having practiced for 42 years in both bankruptcy and family law, two often related fields of practice effecting consumers, I have gained considerable expertise as well as an understanding that consumers are seeking prompt resolution of such issues with the least conflict and at the lowest cost. Being among a small handful of dual Certified Specialists in both Bankruptcy (1995 to present) and Family Law (1992-2017), I am frequently sought out by attorneys and litigants whose cases originating in one field have spilled over into the other, where knowledge and experience in both areas is essential. In addition, I have served as a speaker and gust lecturer on numerous occasions.
I have also a deep commitment to public service, having served on an chaired the Bankruptcy Advisory Commission of the California State Bar, the boards of directors of the Orange County Bankruptcy Forum and the American Bankruptcy Board of Certification. I currently serve as a representative to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. In addition, I regularly accept pro bono cases from the Public Law Center, representing indigent debtors.
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- 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
- Foreclosure Defense
- Appeals & Appellate
- Federal Appeals
- Premarital Agreements
- Postmarital Agreements
- Bankruptcy/Family Law Crossover Issues
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Free Consultation
Consultations for filing a bankruptcy proceeding are always free. Where seeking counsel regarding a previously filed case or concerning your rights as a creditor, a fee may apply. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Flat fees generally quoted in bankruptcy matters, otherwise $430.00 per hour
- California
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- Partner
- Heston & Heston, Attorneys at Law
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- Southwestern Law School
- J.D (1979) | Law
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- University of California - Irvine
- B.A | Social Ecology
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- Certificate of Appreciation
- United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California
- Given in recognition of pro bono activities and contributions
- Certificate of Appreciation
- State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization
- Orange County Bankruptcy Forum
- Member, Board of Directors 1998-2004
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- National Association of Consumer Banruptcy Attorneys
- Member
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- Orange County Bar Association
- Member, Client Relations and Fee Arbitration Committee
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- California State Bar # 90738
- Member
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- American Board of Certification
- Member, Board of Directors 1998-2001
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- Bankruptcy Advisory Commission, State Bar of California
- Member, Chair
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- Activities: Served as a founding member from 1993 to 1997, acting as the Commission Vice-Chair for 1996, and as Chair for 1997
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- Consumer Bankruptcy Law
- American Board of Certification
- Family Law
- California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization
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