Experienced Attorneys in Orange and Riverside Counties

We were at a point where our financial affairs had reached an oppressive state of affairs. We found Ben’s firm online and decided to take advantage of his free consultation. We did our homework and had a slug of questions and not just a few concerns about the whole bankruptcy process, which is not without consequences.
From the beginning, Ben and his firm were everything we could have hoped for. Ben made an unpleasant necessity as painless as possible. He provided us with thorough information on our options and totally explained the process and what we could expect and he did so honestly, knowledgeably, empathetically and with a degree of grace we truly appreciated. We were particularly impressed with having our questions and concerns along the way addressed in a very timely and serious fashion; all this and his fees were completely reasonable, too! We would, and have recommended Ben to others who have been equally well served.

Making the decision to file bankruptcy is not an easy one but Ben at Heston&Heston really eased our fears. He was kind and compassionate during an emotionally difficult process. Bankruptcy can carry a stigma and can be embarrassing but he never made us feel like we were irresponsible for getting into financial trouble.  Ben was always available through phone and email and he took the time to answer our questions and walk us through the process regardless of how many questions we had. Ben’s office is conveniently located in Riverside near the federal court house but he has access to a wealth of knowledge at the firm’s main office in Orange County so anything he was 100% clear on he could double check for us (we had some tough questions related to VA benefits etc). I would 100% recommend Ben to anyone who is considering bankruptcy. We are now about a year and a half post discharge and are looking to buy a home next summer and that’s something we never could have done with our previous financial situation.

Mr. Heston is the reason why today I believe in angels. I was referred by the Riverside court to a website of top lawyers where I found him. I called Mr. Heston because he was the first one on the list and he took my case! My story touched him! He really made me feel like a person that deserved a fresh start and he took the entire bankruptcy pro Bono. He treated me with respect, always kept me inform of the process and procedures of the bankruptcy. He was always a step ahead. When I had to go in front of the trusty I felt strong and secure because Mr. Benjamin Heston was there letting me know everything would be alright. I thank God for putting him in my path. I believe there are not a lot of people like him out there that are willing to give time to people like me that are in need of a fresh start. I guess I was just lucky. I sincerely and without a doubt would recommend him. He is a very reputable lawyer but more then anything he has what most people lack and that is empathy. He has the capacity to put himself in that persons shoes that is going through a hard time in there life. I felt that with him. Thank you Mr. Heston, I will never forget this. Benjamin Heston has four qualities that makes him a great lawyer and will one day be a great director. Mr Heston is someone with integrity, someone that can be trusted, someone that shows passion for his work and has excellent communication skills. To me that was the perfect combination of a good lawyer and leader. I wish him nothing but the best. Thank you for allowing me to start fresh in life!

Benjamin Richard Heston is part of the Heston & Heston Attorneys-at-Law located in Irvine, CA with a law office in Riverside, CA. Attorney Benjamin was assigned to us by the firm and served our Legal needs with knowledge, understanding, while answering any and all questions raised. He stuck with us during the entire process. Court documents were filed promptly with them all being provided in a timely manner. Benjamin’s advice was heeded and the matter was resolved within months of filing. We recommend Benjamin as he is faithful to his clients and represents them professionally.

When a person looks at Wikipedia for the definition of Friend they don’t normally see Attorney or ESQ there in the definition but we want to thank you, Friend. Five + years ago we could not see daylight any longer. We had liquidated assets, savings, retirement and ran up debt just trying to preserve the shelter over our heads. We had leveraged our line of credit in a dark attempt to chart our lives into calmer seas but the storm of the housing industry hit us like a hurricane. We even liquidated a mutual fund just to get into the then ‘solution’ fad of the day ‘modification’ only to find we had been prey, that attorney would be later dis-barred. In a last ditch effort I called an old friend I had not talked to since High School, as the HARP law was being rolled out and something happened; a deal was worked out by Chase and our Court appointed legal aid. It was workable, we saw a glimmer of hope, then it was dashed down as we found out WE were a Mortgage Backed Security and the foreclosure King, Deutsche owned our note. They would not approve the plan, the note holder would not approve the modification. A few days later we met with legal aid to see our options and found we had very little, Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. My cousin gave us the best possible advice: check the best lawyers in the OC for Chapter 7 & Chapter 13. Then decide. We did that. Halli and you have been indeed the BEST in the OC. You told us up front our requirements, we told you we could do it and you delivered for us. You’ve always answered every question even when the money pressures got me hot and I got snarky. It has been a long 5 years with many adventures, my wife working two jobs like waitressing at Denny’s while stocking shelves at Walmart. To watching every penny and working on a 2nd job myself, just to stay in the plan. Thanks again, Job well done Ms. Halli Heston ESQ and the Heston team, Friends. Dennis & Susie

Hiring Hailli was truly the best decision I made and in turn I achieved the best possible outcome available to me. From the beginning, I felt my relationship with Hailli was that of a personal one and when it was time to get to business Hailli did nothing short of quite literally, getting things done. Both she and her assistant Yani always made themselves available to me and were very responsive throughout. They were excellent with the hand holding and explanations when needed and then taking things in to their own hands at the end to close things out. I was always informed of reasonable expectations I felt and of course had my fingers crossed for what the best possible outcome might be. In the end Hailli was able to convince the courts of what she was fighting for and what was best for me. She came recommended from a family friend/attorney and I would certainly recommend her to anyone in this same situation. Again, thank you Hailli, for everything!

I meet Richard in 2010 to help me with my case.
From our 1st meeting he explained the whole process to me in a way that was easy to understand.
If I had questions after hours he was available and always returned my calls.
Very trustworthy and knowledgeable I would use him again if I had to.