$ 450-450 per hour
About Erik
Biography
Erik C. Jenkins received his Juris Doctorate from California Western School of Law in January of 1997. He is a certified family law specialist. For a number of years, Mr. Jenkins worked as a research attorney for the San Diego Superior Court. During his first three years with the court, Mr. Jenkins worked as the primary research attorney for the family law division of the Vista branch of the Superior Court. He also assisted the Probate Court with their legal research needs. This experience with the family court gave Mr. Jenkins an intimate familiarity with the complex and varied practice of family law.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Family
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 28 years
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
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Posted by Aaron | December 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thank you Jenkin's Law!!!
The team over at Jenkins Law handled our case with grace and expertise. If you are in a pickle be sure to give them a call!! Danielle L. their Paralegal went above and beyond to deliver all of the details to ensure we had the best chance to win our case; and they delivered with HONESTY AND INTEGRITY!...
Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Highly Recommend!
Erik Jenkins and April Hu did an excellent job of representing me in my child custody case. They were aggressive in their litigation with the petitioner and her counsel and made decisions that were in the best interests of my family and my child resulting in a 50/50 custody schedule. Previous judges ...
Posted by Shane | May 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Led us to dismissal in our first defense as a plaintiff!
We were facing a giant complaint and the Jenkins team helped us with a powerful and cost friendly defense plan that ended the lawsuit with a dismissal VERY early in the process! These things can be very stressful and damaging and Erik had the patience to keep us calm and confident! The entire Jenki...
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A great human and amazing attorney!
Working with Erik on my divorce was the best decision I made during the process. He is extremely trustworthy, dependable and cared about my family. Erik guided me through when to give and when to continue forward, what was worth spending the time and money on. I had an extremely long divorce (3 years...
Posted by Anthony | April 17, 2021 | Civil Rights
An attorney with a heart
Erik Jenkins represented me in a TRO against a public official in Carlsbad, CA. This council member tried to say I was surveiling and stalking her when I NEVER KNEW where she lived. It turned out that the council member was trying to shut me up because she didn't like someone voicing opposing posit...
Erik Christian Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse Erik. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal 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."
"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!"
"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."
"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!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Erik approaches his work with intelligence, determination and is a zealous advocate of his client's interests ."
"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."
"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
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 AssociationMember
2002 - Present
La Jolla Bar AssociationOfficer
1997 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
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