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Erik Newton

Erik Newton

Heath-Newton LLP
240 Stockton Street
Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94108
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Phone: (415) 398-1290  |  Fax: (415) 677-9976
http://www.heathnewton.com

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Intelligent Representation for Complex Family Matters

Legal Topic

Family Law

Preferred New Clients

We are proud to represent clients from all backgrounds and lifestyles. Our office is known as a firm that effectively and efficiently helps clients settle complex matters. We understand that divorce is difficult. We focus our entire strategy on the goals and values of our clients.

Sub-Topics

Children

  • Adoption
  • Child Custody
  • Child Support
  • Visitation

Couples

  • Civil Unions
  • Common Law Marriage
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
  • Living Together/Cohabitation
  • Marriage
  • Power of Attorney
  • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Restraining Orders

Legal Topic

Divorce

Preferred New Clients

We are proud to represent clients from all backgrounds and lifestyles. Our office is known as a firm that effectively and efficiently helps clients settle complex matters. We understand that divorce is difficult. We focus our entire strategy on the goals and values of our clients.

Sub-Topics

Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support

Annulment

Bar Admissions

CA, Mar 2006
Bar Number: 241936

Other Court Admissions

All California State Courts and all Federal Courts within the Northern District of California

Association Memberships

• San Francisco Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• California State Bar

Continuing Education

I consistently exceed my required continuing legal education hours in Family Law and Legal Ethics.

Papers and Publications

Please visit our blog at http://heathnewton.com/blog

Example Cases

We frequently handle complex child custody matters involving high-conflict parenting relationships. We understand that a parent's first duty is to the safety of their children, and we focus our strategy on protecting those interests. We also represent clients in cases involving the valuation and division of business ownership interests, private equity holdings, venture capital investments and other sophisticated financial matters. We know that divorce is difficult. Our job is to make the process as painless as possible.

Education 

School:

George Mason University School of Law

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Arlington

State:

VA

Year:

2005

Focus and Accomplishments:

Founding Editor in Chief - Journal of Law Economics and Policy

 

School:

George Mason University

Degree:

Bachelor of Science

City:

Fairfax

State:

VA

Year:

2000

Honors:

Golden Key National Honor Society

Focus and Accomplishments:

Finance

Number of Attorneys

5

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

Established on March 1, 2010, our office discretely and efficiently helps clients to manage complex family matters. We frequently handle complex child custody matters, sophisticated premarital agreements, and cases involving same sex couples. We represent clients in cases involving the valuation and division of business ownership interests, private equity holdings, venture capital investments and other sophisticated financial matters. We understand that divorce is difficult. We focus our entire strategy on your goals and your values.

Previous Employment Summary

I have practiced exclusively in the area of Famly Law since 2006. Our firm has over 400 family law cases behind us, and over 20 years of combined experience.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Educated clients are our best clients. We encourage our client to learn everything they can about their cases and the law, and to be as proactive as possible.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Very willing. We are happy to help clients reduce costs in any way possible.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Very willing. We find that clients who are willing to help themselves often get the best results for their families. This is not always practical, but when self representation is a good option, we will do what we can to support.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I realized that I wanted to make a positive difference in the world working one-on-one with real people. Being a lawyer provides the opportunity to work with people in a meaningful way during one of the most difficult times in their lives. Helping people through these immensely trying times is very rewarding.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

Prior to practicing law, I trained and worked as an executive coach. This developed an ability to work with a diversity of people, and to negotiate a meaninful bottom line for people with very different perspectives. I also have experience in a range of industries including corporate litigation, artist management, government and event promotions.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

My parents divorced when I was quite young, and the custody battles were relentless. I worked through the issues that manifested from that experience, and as a result I have an immense amount of perspective into what families go through during divorce. This is why I focus my efforts on resolving disputes quickly and efficiently whenever possible - it's simply best for families.

What do you like best about your career?

Working directly with people to help them navigate extremely complex problems.

Tell us about your law firm:

I have a fantastic team. My partner and I have three extraordinary associate attorneys. We practice family law exclusively, and each of us has chosen this field of practice because this is what we actively want to do with our careers. We love what we do, and we're fantastic at doing it.

What are your strengths and style?

Our primary focus is to create structured settlements for complex cases. We are extraordinary negotiators because we are excellent litigators. Every offer we make is backed up with solid research and the knowledge that when pressed, we prevail in court.

Personal Interests:

I am very involved in education reform on a state and national level. I recently served on Attorney General Kamala Harris' transition team on the education committee. I also volunteer at local schools in my area and mentor at-risk 7th and 8th graders. On a more personal note, I am an avid swing-dancer and runner, and I enjoy hosting large academic gatherings.

Office Manager/Assistant

Charlotte Jones

Fax

(415) 677-9976

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

We offer flat rates for the preparation of Judicial Counsel forms. Please inquire with us to discuss this service.

Hourly Rates

$325-$375

Free Initial Consultation?

We are happy to briefly discuss cases with prospective clients on the telephone. We charge at our standard hourly rate for office visits.

Typical Retainer

Our typical retainer is $5,000 for basic family law cases.

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