Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Valdez, AK · 29+ Years Experience
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About Eric A. Auten at a Glance
Eric A. Auten is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and employment attorney based in Valdez, Alaska. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1997). Educated at Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School (J.D., 1997) and Colorado College (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Valdez, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric A. Auten
- Mr. Eric A. Auten is a lawyer practicing family law, municipal law, public finance and 6 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Colorado College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Eric practices in Valdez, AK
Practice Areas Explained
Eric A. Auten's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric A. Auten handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Valdez.
Personal Injury in Valdez
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Eric A. Auten is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alaska →
Criminal Defense in Valdez
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Valdez
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Eric A. Auten is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alaska →
Estate Planning & Probate in Valdez
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Eric A. Auten is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Alaska →
Employment Law in Valdez
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric A. Auten is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Valdez
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Valdez are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Valdez Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Valdez-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Valdez Choose Eric A. Auten
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric A. Auten's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric A. Auten brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Eric A. Auten can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Valdez
A Valdez-based practice means Eric A. Auten attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric A. Auten Handles in Valdez
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric A. Auten has experience with under Alaska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric A. Auten directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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