Richard Gaines Heston

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

• 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
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Flat fees generally quoted in bankruptcy matters, otherwise $430.00 per hour

California

Since 1979

Partner

Heston & Heston, Attorneys at Law

1981 - Current

Southwestern Law School

J.D (1979) | Law

1976 - 1979

University of California - Irvine

B.A | Social Ecology

1972 - 1976

Certificate of Appreciation

United States Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California

2002

Given in recognition of pro bono activities and contributions

Certificate of Appreciation

State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization

1997

Orange County Bankruptcy Forum

Member, Board of Directors 1998-2004

1985 - Current

National Association of Consumer Banruptcy Attorneys

Member

1985 - Current

Orange County Bar Association

Member, Client Relations and Fee Arbitration Committee

1980 - Current

California State Bar  # 90738

Member

1979 - Current

American Board of Certification

Member, Board of Directors 1998-2001

1995 - 2001

Bankruptcy Advisory Commission, State Bar of California

Member, Chair

1993 - 1997

Activities: Served as a founding member from 1993 to 1997, acting as the Commission Vice-Chair for 1996, and as Chair for 1997

Consumer Bankruptcy Law

American Board of Certification

1995

Family Law

California State Bar, Board of Legal Specialization

1992