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Eric C Awerkamp
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Biography
ERIC C. AWERKAMP received his B.A., summa cum laude, in Accounting from Arizona State University in 1986. He received his J.D. from J. Rueben Clark Law School in 1989 and was a member of law review.
Upon graduation, Mr. Awerkamp joined the law firm of Beus, Gilbert & Morrill as a litigation associate. In 1993, he joined the law firm of Brown, Arenofsky, Squire & Sacco and practiced in the areas of workers’ compensation and personal injury.
In 1997, he opened his own practice and continues his practice in the areas of workers’ compensation and personal injury. He is a certified specialist in workers’ compensation and a member of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association. He is the past co-chair of the workers’ compensation section of the State Bar of Arizona.
He has successfully represented over a thousand injured persons in workers’ compensation and personal injury claims.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
70%
34 years | 1,000 cases
Personal Injury
25%
34 years | 100 cases
Wrongful Death
5%
32 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
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Licensed in Arizona for 36 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1989
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Location
The Law Office of Eric Awerkamp
3048 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 121, Mesa, AZ, 85204
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Eric C Awerkamp's Reviews
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Posted by Rhonda | November 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowlegeable, personabile,
My Workers Comp claim was quite lengthy. Mr. Awerkamp always addressed my concerns. His office staff was always friendly, helpful, and responsive. When the attorney was not available his office would attempt to get an answer for me.
Posted by Ellen | December 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Personal Injury
Eric was the best and most knowledgeable attorney we have ever used. Laurie really worked on a difficult suit. I recommend this attorney to anyone. He is amazing.
Posted by Jane | August 29, 2013
Outstanding
Very knowledgeable and respected in Worker's compensation arena. Made sure I was referred to the best spine doctors for my care- these doctors were not only his choice, but also had very high ratings on the web. Renae in his office was great at making sure my insurance company moved quickly on my cas...
Eric C Awerkamp's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric is an excellent personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney who I have referred several people to for legal help. He and his staff are very knowledgeable and provide a high level of skillful representation for clients. I have no reservations referring individuals to Eric who are in need of his services."
Anthony Bingham
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of Arizona
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Office of Eric Awerkamp
1993 - 1997
Associate Litigation Attorney, Brown, Arenofsky & Squire
1989 - 1993
Associate Lawyer, Beus Gilbert Wake & Morrill
Associations
1994 - Present
Arizona Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - 2008
State Bar of Arizona, Workers' Compensation CLE CommitteeCo-chair
2007 - 2010
State Bar of Arizona, Workers' Compensation CLE CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Berryhill v. Industrial Commission
Prevailed
Education
1989
Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
the Paralegal's Guide to Workers' Compesnation Cases
Workers' Compensation
2013
The Medicare "Super Lien" and other Liens Simplified
Workers' Compensation Liens
2012
Workers' Compensation: The Settlement Process and Hearings
Settlement Process and Hearings
Languages
French
Activity
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Q&A
Does the attorney get his percentage before paying medical bills or after??
20 Jul 2025
Q&A
How is a full and final lifetime award calculated based on a 20 year life expectancy ? What percentage would the awarded be?
05 Feb 2025
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I have a workmans compensation settlement that was offered earlier today is it possible to counter the offer?
31 Jan 2025