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
46 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ruby | July 25, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
UnHappy Didnt finish My case
My case was dropped after I paid Joe (Lawyer) after he told me he wouuld help me and finish my case. Now there is only one matter pending he wants to charge me more. The case doesnt even require to go to court now. Just to make sure my last court order is completed. He is very knowledgeable but its...
What this client failed to state is that she received close to $2,000 in legal services that were not charged or discounted. When a new matter arose she wanted us to continue to represent her for free. When we informed her this was not possible, she wrote a very rude email to us. We never promised that we would work on her case for free, she is mistaken in that regard. We were very attentive to her needs throughout the case and she expressed satisfaction throughout. Not only until we told her we could no longer work for free did she make this complaint.
Posted by Heather | July 23, 2013 | Car Accidents
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I was involved in a motor vehicle accident in 2010. Mr. Howington took on my matter even though he specializes in family law. His staff was kind and courteous and Mr. Howington always went out of his way to make sure that I was aware what was going on in my matter. If, heaven forbid, something sho...
Posted by Gregg | July 22, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
I appreciate Mr. Howington and his staff
It's nice to know that my attorney is providing me with the representation necessary to get out of my marriage with as little complications as possible. And, although my legal situation has only just begun, my confidence in Mr. Howington is strong. Each person in his office understands my situation, ...
Posted by Steven | July 19, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
THE BEST LEGAL REPRESENTATION.
If you are reading this, the chances are you are going through some challenging times. The last thing you need is to worry about your legal representation. Mr. Howington and his entire practice will make these trying times as easy as possible. Personally, as a father of two toddlers, it was crucia...
Posted by Michael | July 17, 2013 | Litigation
A True "Trial" Attorney -- Rare Breed
Joe was my attorney, though I am also a attorney. My background is as a litigator, and trust me, there is a huge difference between being a litigator who resolves matters prior to trial, and, a true trial attorney that has his second home in front of a jury and judge cross-examining witnesses and kn...
"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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