Erik Christian Jenkins

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Erik Christian Jenkins

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Family Lawyer at La Jolla, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

1134 Kline St, La Jolla, CA

About Erik

Biography

Boutique Law Firm Providing Expert Legal Advice And Service Throughout San Diego County. Call Now at 858-314-2400

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

50%
Family 50%

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Jenkins Law Firm A.P.C.

1134 Kline St, La Jolla, CA, 92037

jenkinslawfirmapc.com

Erik Christian Jenkins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Josh | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Need more stars!

I am a veterinarian who was in a long-term marriage with another veterinarian. During marriage, we owned multiple veterinary businesses, including a national business. My ex-wife and I have two children together. I initially retained Jenkins P.C. to represent me in my divorce back in 2010. I ch...ose Jenkins P.C. because Mr. Jenkins had an extensive understanding of complex business issues and, at the time, had well over a decade of trial experience. When I met with Mr. Jenkins, I knew this would be the right fit. Mr. Jenkins and his staff were wonderful. They were thorough in the work product they prepared, and they tailored their litigation strategy to my goals. They were always available when I needed them and they kept me in the loop with deadlines and strategy tactics. Their conduct in that regard was in stark contrast to some other attorneys I interviewed, who had some pre-conceived notion of how my case should be handled. With hard work and attention to detail, Mr. Jenkins and his staff were able to help me settle my entire complex case without the need of ever stepping into a courtroom. This saved my ex wife and I countless thousands of dollars in attorney fees and helped us avoid the stress and time consumption of litigation. Seven years later, I contacted Mr. Jenkins again to ask for his help with a support modification and move away issue. My ex wife hired an aggressive Orange County law firm to oppose my efforts. Again, Mr. Jenkins and his staff were able to formulate a plan for how to resolve my case without the need to litigate. We resolved both the support issue and the move away issue via stipulation. My ex-wife and I both came out of the process with a fantastic result. I give Mr. Jenkins and his staff my highest recommendation. He is a fantastic lawyer and his staff are top notch.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015 | Child Custody

Best outcome, long term solutions, wise counsel!

Attorney Erik Jenkins is a pillar of strength, steadfast countenance & wisdom AND this makes him very intimidating... Hearing him talk has literally made the hair on the back of my neck stand up... He is very intelligent, an excellent listener and purposeful; in addition, both he and his staff w...ork efficiently and effectively. In the past, when an attorney wasn't available I was literally left stranded. Not the case with Erik! If he isn't able to meet, he has several options: phone conference, speak with another attorney on his team or speak with his paralegal. You are never left abandoned. Communication between the team is excellent too, btw. He literally squashed a malicious TRO from opposing counsel (within 2 hours) and protected my son from ongoing harm. No other attorney had done so before. If you want the best outcome, long term solutions and wise counsel, Attorney JENKINS is the best! Our family is extremely grateful to him and we all still reap the benefits of his work.

Posted by Toni | January 11, 2010 | Child Custody

Ethical, Professional, Exceptional Attorney

Erik represented me in my divorce which consisted of a move away request involving a child and won it. It was very emotional and Erik's calm demeanor and experience kept me at ease. Erik guided me through the entire process, and even now that the divorce is final is still available for questions. ... The Fuller Jenkins team is great to work with, being very understanding of how hard a divorce is. I highly recommmend Erik Jenkins in representing anyone needing legal assistance.

Posted by Bob | August 21, 2009 | Child Custody

Incredible divorce attorney, very diligent and professional

Erik helped me with a very difficult custody battle as I wanted to get more time with my triplets. The entire case was filled with emotional issues, drama, and was very difficult. Not only is his legal ability incredible, but he helped me to stay focused on the facts, issues and what really matter...ed the end results. He was more then an attorney, he was a life coach who with his calm demeanor and legal wit was able to guide myself and my case to a positive conclusion. He is very skilled in the court room, has a commanding knowledge of family law. Between his knowledge and ethics my overall expenses were minimized. He is after what is best for his client, and that does not always translate to billable hours. I highly recommend Erik's services as he is more then just an attorney who can recite the law, he knows how to exercise it to its fullest and to the maximum benefit of his client. My case has lasted nearly 3 years, and he and his team have been an asset to my situation. I would hire him again and recommend him to my best friend as he is one of the most ethical individuals I have ever met.

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Erik Christian Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Caroline Plemmons

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Erik is an aggressive advocate and not one to back away from a fight. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and always prepared with creative arguments. I learned so much working for Erik and highly endorse him."

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Nathalie Ben-David

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Erik Jenkins is a top notch San Diego family law attorney. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and a zealous advocate for his clients. He is skilled and proficient at advising his clients on how to handle complex legal issues. I confidently and strongly endorse Mr. Jenkins."

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Bashir Ghazialam

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working along side Erik and witnessed him in action. He is a very competent attorney and always focused on his practice."

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Mackenroth

Family lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I myself am a lawyer. Eric became my lawyer after I tried to handle my divorce myself but gave up when the outrageous demands from my ex-wife and her attorney for everything I have finally drove me over the edge. Erik was smooth, calm, professional and he cared about me and what happened in my case. Many lawyers would be hesitant to represent another lawyer, especially in an emotionally charged setting like a divorce. But Erik was great, and thank God that part of my life is behind me."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Erik. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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James Dicks

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the clients and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Michael Shemtoub

Class action lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Your resume speaks for itself and I consider you a valuable member of the attorney community. I would recommend you to anyone and everyone who needs your services. I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer!"

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Shawn Weber

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Jenkins on a number of family law cases and find his work to be ethical and his representation superb. I have also known him as a fellow board member of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego and have found his contribution essential. This attorney is knowledgeable, experienced, ethical and extremely professional."

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Joshua Hershon

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Erik is a very competent and effective litigator. His firm has the resources to confront challenging firms on equal ground. He is passionate yet practical and my impression is that the Judges know Erik as a trusted messenger of the Court - which is just the type of lawyer You should be looking for!"

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Garrison Klueck

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Erik approaches his work with intelligence, determination and is a zealous advocate of his client's interests ."

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Debra Caligiuri

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I work with Mr. Jenkins on the Collaborative Group of San Diego's Board. It is a pleasure to work with an attorney like Erik, who is committed to professionalism and excellence in his field. Erik portrays the kind of lawyer I am comfortable recommending to potential clients. As a trained collaborative attorney, I believe Erik will do his best for his clients, while encouraging them to see the big picture and put their energy on the things that really matter."

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Randall Walton

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Erik Jenkins for more than a decade, and have referred him several clients, including members of my family. The reports I get back are all the same: Mr. Jenkins fights hard for this rights and benefits of his clients. Any person with a family law matter should seriously consider consulting Mr. Jenkins before taking any action."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyer, San Diego Magazine

2010

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Judge, Intertribal Court of Southern California

Associations

2002 - Present

North County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

La Jolla Bar Association

Officer

1997 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

1997

California Western SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

San Diego State University

Undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2010

AFCC-CA

The Challenge of Dimishing Resources in Family Law: A Clear and Present Danger to Our Children

Languages

English

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