Joseph Howington was born in 1951 in the state of Texas. He was educated in Southern California, graduating in 1973 from California State University Fullerton with a Bachelor of Arts in History and in 1974 with a Secondary Teaching Credential. He was an educator at both the elementary and secondary levels as well as a high school athletic coach prior to entering the practice of law.
Mr. Howington received his Juris Doctor from Western State University College of Law in 1978 and was admitted to the California Bar in 1979. He is a Certified Family Law Specialist with a private practice in Ontario and the owner of the firm Howington and Associates.
Mr. Howington is a member of The Association of Certified Family Law Specialists for California, The East West Family Law Council (President from 2008-2009), The Orange County Bar Association Family Law Section, The San Bernardino County Bar Association and The State Bar of California. He is admitted to practice in The State of California, The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, The California Supreme Court, The United States Bankruptcy Court Central District and The United States Supreme Court.
Mr. Howington is a frequent lecturer as well as author of articles on family law topics. He also regularly serves as Judge Pro Tem for Los Angeles and San Bernardino County courts.
Mr. Howington and his wife Bobbie (a Registered Nurse) have been married for 33 years are parents of a 24 year old daughter, Ashleigh, a student in the Master's Program of Speech Pathology at Cal State University Fullerton.
Howington & Associates is a family law firm dedicated to providing legal service to the Inland Empire and adjacent communities.
We specialize in managing divorce, child custody, child and spousal support, paternity actions and high asset cases.
Howington & Associates maintains a reputation of passionate and thoughtful representation, all the while providing our clients with aggressive representation leading to meaningful settlements.
Trust is an important component of all attorney/client relationships and is our utmost commitment to you, our client. With over 33 years of experience, you can rely on our firm to represent your best interests.
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Acquired: 1979
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
3281 East Guasti Road, Suite 175, Ontario, CA, 91761
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Posted by David | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Experience the best
Making the choice to trust Mr. Howington and his team was the best decision I could have done for this difficult time in my life. The trust and confidence that I have in this team has been earned with hours of diligent work and years of experience and it showed in my trial. Having the knowledge of wh...
Posted by Bryan | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Professionalism at its Finest
Mr. Howington has been dedicated to my extremely complicated family law case for nearly 5 years. He is a remarkable man who is always compassionate to the difficult issues surrounding divorce. Mr. Howington is am exceptional person along with being a top notch professional. Oftentimes he works long ...
Posted by Belle | July 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Lawyer did not perform
I would not recommend hiring Joseph Howington. I put down a hefty retainer and recieved almost no services. My case was simple, but important filing deadlines were missed and nothing ever got accomplished. It's hard to say if he is about the money or just unorganized. Either way it was a very expensi...
Posted by Edward | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Joe is someone I can trust
Joe is not a typical lawyer who is just after your money. Eventhough he is busy and doing extremely well, he will always make time to answer any questions I have. After taking the assignment, he is there every step of the way to make sure that I am protected while he is doing everything he can to f...
Posted by Ziad | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
You are in good hands
Going through a divorce could be a nightmare, but having a reliable assistance and an outstanding attorney could be the difference maker and exactly what you need. I have turned to Howington & Associates to assist me with the divorce proceedings. Mr. Howington's knowledge, responsivness and more impo...
"Being able to learn from such an experienced family law attorney such as Mr. Howington has been amazing!"
"It is a tremendous opportunity to work and learn from such an experienced lawyer and have Mr, Howington as my mentor throughout my legal career."
"I endorse Mr. Howington. He is an exceptional attorney. He is always prepared and is extremely knowledgeable."
"I endorse this lawyer.Joe has a wealth of experience as a lawyer, as well as in litigating very complex cases. He will zealously represent his client's interestes. He believes in his clients. He is honorable, smart, trustworthy, well-respected by the bar and bench and works tirelessly for his clients. You could not ask for a better attorney."
"Joe is extremely competent. He has great understanding of the nuances that go into being a very successful family law attorney. He can be subtle when he needs to be or he can be very aggressive when the situation calls for it. I fully and completely endorse Joe Howington's family law skills."
"I endorse this lawyer. One of the best complex family law litigation attorneys around. Extremely personable and runs an incredibly professional and ethical practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph Howington has the experience and knowledge to competently litigate even the most contentious divorce case."
"I endorse this lawyer as he has exemplary powers as a litigator. He maintains the highest morals and integrity. His reputation in the legal community is impeccable."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2021
updated on 09/10/2021This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Attorney, Inland Empire Magazine
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011 - Present
Attorney Owner, Howington & Associates
2010 - 2011
Partner, Abernathy & Howington
2008 - 2010
Partner, Pittullo Howington Barker & Abernathy
2007 - 2008
Owner, Law Offices of Joseph Howington
2006 - 2007
Attorney, Minyard Morris, LLP
1997 - 2006
Partner, Tuckerman Thompson & Howington
1989 - 1996
Owner, Joseph Howington, APLC
1986 - 1989
Partner, Mallery Stern & Howington
1982 - 1986
Attorney, Wilson Wilson & Perrizo
(President from 2008-2009)
2006
Certified Family Law Specialist
1978
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Elementary Teaching Credential
1974
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1974
Secondary Teaching Credential
2012
Competent and Admissible Evidence in a Domestic Violence Trial
2009
Use of Expert under Evidence Code Section 733
2009
Child Custody and Support
2007
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