Heston & Heston - Irvine, CA

Board-Certified Bankruptcy and Estate Planning Counsel in Irvine

Established in 1986, Heston & Heston is a distinguished boutique law firm located on Fairchild Road in Irvine, California. The firm is led by Richard Heston, Halli Heston, and Benjamin R. Heston, combining over ninety years of legal experience. The attorneys at Heston & Heston are dual-certified bankruptcy specialists through the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and the American Board of Certification-a credential held by only a select fraction of attorneys. When individuals, families, and businesses seek to hire an attorney with proven courtroom credibility and technical skill, Heston & Heston provides dignified, effective representation.

Consumer Bankruptcy and Complete Debt Discharges

Filing for bankruptcy is a constitutional right designed to give honest debtors a clean financial slate. Operating as top-rated bankruptcy lawyers and debt relief lawyers, Heston & Heston guides clients through federal court requirements. Whether addressing credit card debt or medical bills, the firm crafts customized strategies to protect assets.

• Means test evaluations and eligibility determinations by seasoned bankruptcy lawyers.
• Complete debt discharge under Chapter 7 liquidation, shielding essential assets and vehicles.
• Chapter 13 debt reorganization to stop foreclosure sales and cure mortgage arrears over time.
• Defense against creditor harassment, wage garnishments, bank levies, and collection lawsuits.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Wealth Preservation

Financial stability extends beyond debt management into preserving hard-earned wealth for future generations. As reputable wills lawyers and estate planning lawyers, the attorneys at Heston & Heston design comprehensive estate plans that ensure family assets pass smoothly to heirs while avoiding expensive and public probate court proceedings.

• Custom revocable living trusts and advance healthcare directives formulated by experienced estate planning lawyers.
• Precision drafting of last wills and testaments and durable powers of attorney by skilled wills lawyers.
• Strategic coordination between financial and ip lawyers to protect digital assets and business intellectual property.
• Comprehensive asset protection strategies that safeguard family inheritances from future creditor exposure.

California Probate Administration and Estate Resolution

When a family member passes away, navigating the California probate court system can be emotionally taxing and procedurally convoluted. Operating as experienced probate lawyers, Halli Heston and the legal team guide executors, administrators, and beneficiaries through estate inventories, creditor notices, estate tax filings, and final asset distributions, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines and resolving contentious beneficiary disputes.

Schedule a Free Consultation with Heston & Heston

Navigating debt relief or planning your family's estate requires experienced, ethical legal counsel. If you are struggling with collection notices or need a lawyer immediately to protect your home from foreclosure, Heston & Heston provides prompt and attentive legal service. If you need to find a lawyer who will treat you with respect, offer flexible payment plans, and provide dedicated personal attention, contact Heston & Heston today to schedule your complimentary, free consultation.