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Eric Sanders
About Eric
Biography
Eric Sanders is the owner and president of The Sanders Firm, P.C., a new generation full-service law firm serving the NYC Metro Area focused on civil rights, civil service law, criminal law and discrimination
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Discrimination
50%
22 years | 195 cases
Civil Rights
30%
22 years | 10 cases
Administrative Law
10%
22 years | 45 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
14 years | 2 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
The Sanders Firm, P.C.
30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10005
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Eric Sanders's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Nancy | October 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Definitely recommend Eric
Eric is the best attorney. I am so grateful I called him and he was able to resolve the problems I was having.
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Devastation
I employed Eric Sanders to represent me against several defendants regarding racial discrimination, racketeering, bait and switch, breach of contract, unethical business practice and countless more. He agreed to take an amount of $30,000 to start my case and I signed illegal agreement with him to rep...
Eric Sanders
Replied last October 7, 2020In accordance with the New York Lawyer's Code for Professional Responsibility, Mr. Sanders declines to respond to the veracity of this review or the nature of the alleged legal claims other than to say, he's not in possession of any monies related to this poster and the former corporate client is free to consult with another lawyer of its choosing. Mr. Sanders retired in 'Good Standing' from the NYPD and remains in 'Good Standing' as a member of the Bar. This 'review' is nothing more than an outright attempt to defame Mr. Sanders and his business because he refuses to engage in acts that would violate the Rule of Professional Conduct. Mr. Sanders, is one of the most sought-after attorneys' in the United States to handle client matters. The reviewer or potential client can read more about Mr. Sanders here: Eric Sanders: A Civil Rights Lawyer Fighting for You https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/attorney/ About 4 years ago, Mr. Sanders obtained a plaintiff's verdict in Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al.,: BROOKLYN FEDERAL JURY AWARDS ‘BEATEN AND FALSELY ARRESTED’ BLACK NYPD COP $15 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/brooklyn-federal-jury-awards-beaten-and-falsely-arrested-black-nypd-cop-15-million/. After 8 hard fought years, Mr. Sanders settled this matter: FINALLY, CITY SETTLES NYPD ASSAULT CASE FOR $5 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/finally-city-settles-nypd-assault-case-for-5-million/. Mr. Sanders has gone onto to settle other such legal matters. Within the last 12 months, Mr. Sanders has successfully settled: Barry Brown v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 01106 settled on May 11, 2018, for $220k; Sean Harris v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 00113 settled on May 11, 2018; Tara Johnson v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 03647 settled on May 11, 2018, for $205k; Shemalisca Vasquez v. City of New York, et al., Bronx Supreme 306225-2012, settled on December 13, 2108, for $300k; Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al, EDNY 11 cv 3028, settled on January 5, 2019, for $5mil; Maribel Sarante v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 18 cv 1967, settled on August 26, 2019, for $125k and Tabetha T. Tyndale v. Extended Managed Long Term Care, et al., EDNY 19 cv 00248, settled on September 5, 2019. There are others in the inventory in settlement talks including several class action lawsuits. More importantly, the reviewer or potential client can simply Google The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq. Other than these 'obvious' fake reviews, both The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Mr. Sanders are highly regarded. For the past 16 years, the reviewer or potential client will notice which civil rights lawyer have handled the most controversial legal matters involving unpopular causes or disenfranchised individuals. The answer is Mr. Sanders. Finally, the potential client can read unsolicited client and peer reviews about The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq., on Facebook and The Sanders Firm, P.C. website www.thesandersfirmpc.com Unfortunately, responding to these 'fake' reviews are part of doing business in the public domain but, it will not deter The Sanders Firm, P.C. or Eric Sanders, Esq., from professionally and vigorously protecting people's civil rights.
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Took my money 30k and did nothing!
I am employed Eric Sanders to represent me on a discrimination, racketeering, breach-of-contract, switch and bait and etc. He told me it would cost me $30,000. He said after I signed his contingency agreement and giving him the last cash I had he assured me that he would fight victorious against my d...
Eric Sanders
Replied last October 7, 2020THIS IS A DUPLICATE 'FAKE' REVIEW FROM THE SAME POSTER In accordance with the New York Lawyer's Code for Professional Responsibility, Mr. Sanders declines to respond to the veracity of this review or the nature of the alleged legal claims other than to say, he's not in possession of any monies related to this poster and the former corporate client is free to consult with another lawyer of its choosing. Mr. Sanders retired in 'Good Standing' from the NYPD and remains in 'Good Standing' as a member of the Bar. This 'review' is nothing more than an outright attempt to defame Mr. Sanders and his business because he refuses to engage in acts that would violate the Rule of Professional Conduct. Mr. Sanders, is one of the most sought-after attorneys' in the United States to handle client matters. The reviewer or potential client can read more about Mr. Sanders here: Eric Sanders: A Civil Rights Lawyer Fighting for You https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/attorney/ About 4 years ago, Mr. Sanders obtained a plaintiff's verdict in Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al.,: BROOKLYN FEDERAL JURY AWARDS ‘BEATEN AND FALSELY ARRESTED’ BLACK NYPD COP $15 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/brooklyn-federal-jury-awards-beaten-and-falsely-arrested-black-nypd-cop-15-million/. After 8 hard fought years, Mr. Sanders settled this matter: FINALLY, CITY SETTLES NYPD ASSAULT CASE FOR $5 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/finally-city-settles-nypd-assault-case-for-5-million/. Mr. Sanders has gone onto to settle other such legal matters. Within the last 12 months, Mr. Sanders has successfully settled: Barry Brown v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 01106 settled on May 11, 2018, for $220k; Sean Harris v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 00113 settled on May 11, 2018; Tara Johnson v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 03647 settled on May 11, 2018, for $205k; Shemalisca Vasquez v. City of New York, et al., Bronx Supreme 306225-2012, settled on December 13, 2108, for $300k; Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al, EDNY 11 cv 3028, settled on January 5, 2019, for $5mil; Maribel Sarante v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 18 cv 1967, settled on August 26, 2019, for $125k and Tabetha T. Tyndale v. Extended Managed Long Term Care, et al., EDNY 19 cv 00248, settled on September 5, 2019. There are others in the inventory in settlement talks including several class action lawsuits. More importantly, the reviewer or potential client can simply Google The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq. Other than these 'obvious' fake reviews, both The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Mr. Sanders are highly regarded. For the past 16 years, the reviewer or potential client will notice which civil rights lawyer have handled the most controversial legal matters involving unpopular causes or disenfranchised individuals. The answer is Mr. Sanders. Finally, the potential client can read unsolicited client and peer reviews about The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq., on Facebook and The Sanders Firm, P.C. website www.thesandersfirmpc.com Unfortunately, responding to these 'fake' reviews are part of doing business in the public domain but, it will not deter The Sanders Firm, P.C. or Eric Sanders, Esq., from professionally and vigorously protecting people's civil rights.
Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disgraceful. Would not give any stars if not required.
Withdrew from case leaving me at an unfair advantage. Attempted to drop my case with opposing party without my knowledge or consent. Integrity very much in question. Improperly filed legal paperwork. Do not hire. Run far away.
Eric Sanders
Replied last October 7, 2020In accordance with the New York Lawyer's Code for Professional Responsibility, Mr. Sanders declines to respond to the veracity of this review or the nature of the alleged legal claims other than to say, he's not in possession of any monies related to this 'anonymous' poster and this 'anonymous' poster is free to consult with another lawyer of its choosing. Mr. Sanders retired in 'Good Standing' from the NYPD and remains in 'Good Standing' as a member of the Bar. This 'review' is nothing more than an outright attempt to defame Mr. Sanders and his business because he refuses to engage in acts that would violate the Rule of Professional Conduct. Mr. Sanders, is one of the most sought-after attorneys' in the United States to handle client matters. The reviewer or potential client can read more about Mr. Sanders here: Eric Sanders: A Civil Rights Lawyer Fighting for You https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/attorney/ About 4 years ago, Mr. Sanders obtained a plaintiff's verdict in Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al.,: BROOKLYN FEDERAL JURY AWARDS ‘BEATEN AND FALSELY ARRESTED’ BLACK NYPD COP $15 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/brooklyn-federal-jury-awards-beaten-and-falsely-arrested-black-nypd-cop-15-million/. After 8 hard fought years, Mr. Sanders settled this matter: FINALLY, CITY SETTLES NYPD ASSAULT CASE FOR $5 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/finally-city-settles-nypd-assault-case-for-5-million/. Mr. Sanders has gone onto to settle other such legal matters. Within the last 12 months, Mr. Sanders has successfully settled: Barry Brown v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 01106 settled on May 11, 2018, for $220k; Sean Harris v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 00113 settled on May 11, 2018; Tara Johnson v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 03647 settled on May 11, 2018, for $205k; Shemalisca Vasquez v. City of New York, et al., Bronx Supreme 306225-2012, settled on December 13, 2108, for $300k; Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al, EDNY 11 cv 3028, settled on January 5, 2019, for $5mil; Maribel Sarante v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 18 cv 1967, settled on August 26, 2019, for $125k and Tabetha T. Tyndale v. Extended Managed Long Term Care, et al., EDNY 19 cv 00248, settled on September 5, 2019. There are others in the inventory in settlement talks including several class action lawsuits. More importantly, the reviewer or potential client can simply Google The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq. Other than these 'obvious' fake reviews, both The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Mr. Sanders are highly regarded. For the past 16 years, the reviewer or potential client will notice which civil rights lawyer have handled the most controversial legal matters involving unpopular causes or disenfranchised individuals. The answer is Mr. Sanders. Finally, the potential client can read unsolicited client and peer reviews about The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq., on Facebook and The Sanders Firm, P.C. website www.thesandersfirmpc.com Unfortunately, responding to these 'fake' reviews are part of doing business in the public domain but, it will not deter The Sanders Firm, P.C. or Eric Sanders, Esq., from professionally and vigorously protecting people's civil rights.
Posted by Val | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worst Lawyer, Agreed
I was a client of Mr. Sanders. He took 10K from me and withdrew himself from my case. This forced me to find another lawyer.
Eric Sanders
Replied last October 7, 2020In accordance with the New York Lawyer's Code for Professional Responsibility, Mr. Sanders declines to respond to the veracity of this review or the nature of the alleged legal claims other than to say, this former client is free to consult with another lawyer of his choosing. Mr. Sanders retired in 'Good Standing' from the NYPD and remains in 'Good Standing' as a member of the Bar. This 'review' is nothing more than an outright attempt to defame Mr. Sanders and his business because he refuses to engage in acts that would violate the Rule of Professional Conduct. Mr. Sanders, is one of the most sought-after attorneys' in the United States to handle client matters. The reviewer or potential client can read more about Mr. Sanders here: Eric Sanders: A Civil Rights Lawyer Fighting for You https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/attorney/ About 4 years ago, Mr. Sanders obtained a plaintiff's verdict in Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al.,: BROOKLYN FEDERAL JURY AWARDS ‘BEATEN AND FALSELY ARRESTED’ BLACK NYPD COP $15 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/brooklyn-federal-jury-awards-beaten-and-falsely-arrested-black-nypd-cop-15-million/. After 8 hard fought years, Mr. Sanders settled this matter: FINALLY, CITY SETTLES NYPD ASSAULT CASE FOR $5 MILLION https://www.thesandersfirmpc.com/finally-city-settles-nypd-assault-case-for-5-million/. Mr. Sanders has gone onto to settle other such legal matters. Within the last 12 months, Mr. Sanders has successfully settled: Barry Brown v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 01106 settled on May 11, 2018, for $220k; Sean Harris v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 cv 00113 settled on May 11, 2018; Tara Johnson v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 16 03647 settled on May 11, 2018, for $205k; Shemalisca Vasquez v. City of New York, et al., Bronx Supreme 306225-2012, settled on December 13, 2108, for $300k; Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al, EDNY 11 cv 3028, settled on January 5, 2019, for $5mil; Maribel Sarante v. City of New York, et al., EDNY 18 cv 1967, settled on August 26, 2019, for $125k and Tabetha T. Tyndale v. Extended Managed Long Term Care, et al., EDNY 19 cv 00248, settled on September 5, 2019. There are others in the inventory in settlement talks including several class action lawsuits. More importantly, the reviewer or potential client can simply Google The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq. Other than these 'obvious' fake reviews, both The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Mr. Sanders are highly regarded. For the past 16 years, the reviewer or potential client will notice which civil rights lawyer have handled the most controversial legal matters involving unpopular causes or disenfranchised individuals. The answer is Mr. Sanders. Finally, the potential client can read unsolicited client and peer reviews about The Sanders Firm, P.C. and Eric Sanders, Esq., on Facebook and The Sanders Firm, P.C. website www.thesandersfirmpc.com Unfortunately, responding to these 'fake' reviews are part of doing business in the public domain but, it will not deter The Sanders Firm, P.C. or Eric Sanders, Esq., from professionally and vigorously protecting people's civil rights.
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Experience
Honors
2017
Alumni Service, St. John’s University School of Law Black Law Student Association (BLSA)
2016
2016 NAACP Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks “Keeper of the Flame” Award, N.A.A.C.P - New York Branch
2015
Man of the Year, The Culvert Chronicles, USA
2011
You Can Go to College Committee Foundation Humanitarian Award, You Can Go to College Committee Foundation
Work Experience
2010 - Present
President and Chief Executive Officer, The Sanders Firm, P.C.
1988 - 2000
Police Officer, Police Department City of New York
Associations
2008 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (New York chapter)Member
2005 - Present
Nassau County Bar Association, Nassau Academy of LawMember
1999 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement ExecutivesMember
1989 - Present
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (New York Chapter)Member and Former General Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
Alexis S. Murray-Medouze v. City of New York, et al.
Settled for $150,000.00
Larry Jackson v. City of New York, et al.
Jury Award $15,175,000.00
Willie R. Dixon v. The Incorporated Village of Hempstead, et al.
Settled for $545,803.66
Christopher Pesa v. NuHealth, et al.
Settled
Julius Jones v. James Knowles & Company, LLC
Settled (Confidential) 2012-02-01
Alvin Palmer v. The County of Nassau, et al.
Settled for $90,000
Aretha Williams v. The City of New York, et al.
Settled for $131,500.00
Smith v. The County of Nassau, et al.
Settled for $85,000.00
Glover v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $80,000
Coppola et al. v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $300,000
Washington v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $15,000 plus equity
Schwarz v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $60,000
Rodriguez v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $200,000
Morales et al. v. the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, et al.
Settled for $27,000
Smith v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for equity: Vested Interest Retirement
Marte v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $30,000
Baez v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $60,000
Goris v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $60,000
Askew v. Aramark
Settled for $95,000
Russo-Lubrano v. Brooklyn Federal Savings Bank, et al.
Settled for $175,000
Caramello v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $30,000
Small v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $30,000 plus retroactive pay and benefits
Sheldon v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $15,000
Richards v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $75,000
Polstein v. the City of New York, et al
Settlement for $10,000 plus equity
Washington v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $75,000
Erazo v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $15,000
Halsey v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $28,000
Lockett v. New York City Transit Authority, et al
Settled for $15,000
Cahill v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $120,000
Walters v. Consolidated Edison Company of New York, et al.
Confidential settlement
Kwiatkowski v. the City of New York, et al.
Settled for $250,000
Carter v. the City of New York, et al
Settled for $120,000
Education
2003
St John's University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Adelphi University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
The 23rd Annual Paul Robeson Conference
“Revolutionary Art, Activism, and the Law.”
2013
“Criminal Justice in the 21st Century: The Challenge to Protect Individual Freedoms, Civil Rights, and Our Safety”
“Racial Profiling, Police Accountability and Individual Rights.”
Languages
English
Activity
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24 Feb 2017
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Is it legal or illegal for a male cop to search a female
02 May 2016
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Is it legal for someone to give another individual the permission to fill out a job application on their behalf??
22 Apr 2016