Atty. Geoffrey Arnold Heaton

Atty. Geoffrey Arnold Heaton

Geoffrey Arnold Heaton is a lawyer practicing business reorganization, financial restructuring, financial markets and services and 2 other areas of law. Geoffrey received a M.B.A. degree from Wake Forest University, Babcock Graduate School of Management in 1999, and has been licensed for 26 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Geoffrey Arnold Heaton at a glance

Geoffrey Arnold Heaton is a Special Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the E (2000) and Texas (2025). Educated at Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Wake Forest University, Babcock Graduate School of Management (M.B.A. University, 1999). Active member of Professional Activities •Bar Association of San Francisco - Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section •California Receivers Forum. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Geoffrey Arnold Heaton is a lawyer practicing business reorganization, financial restructuring, financial markets and services and 2 other areas of law
  • Geoffrey received a M.B.A. degree from Wake Forest University, Babcock Graduate School of Management in 1999, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Geoffrey practices at Duane Morris LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Geoffrey Arnold Heaton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Geoffrey Arnold Heaton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Geoffrey Arnold Heaton

Where is Geoffrey Arnold Heaton's law office located?
Geoffrey Arnold Heaton's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geoffrey Arnold Heaton handle?
Geoffrey Arnold Heaton focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Geoffrey Arnold Heaton practiced law?
Geoffrey Arnold Heaton has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Geoffrey Arnold Heaton go to law school?
Geoffrey Arnold Heaton earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (M.B.A. University, 1999).
How can I contact Geoffrey Arnold Heaton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University School of Law
- 1999
M.B.A. University
Wake Forest University, Babcock Graduate School of Management
- 1999

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the E
Admitted: 2000
Texas
Admitted: 2025

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