Eric Alan Chase
About Eric
Biography
Eric Chase is not only one of America's most respected and well known
attorneys; he is also a seasoned defense attorney and an innovative
leader in the legal profession. He is regularly featured as an expert
on the national news and has generated a long and impressive track
record of victories for his clients.
Chase, a native of Southfield, MI, received a B.A. Degree from
Michigan State University in 1985. He received a J.D. degree from
Boston University School of Law in 1988. After law school, Mr. Chase
passed the New York Bar exam and immediately joined the Bronx Public
Defenders office. He quickly built a reputation as an outstanding
defense attorney in the New York legal community. After handling
hundreds of cases for those not fortunate enough to afford private
counsel, Chase knew that criminal defense was where he wanted to focus
his efforts.
In 1990, Chase moved his family to Los Angeles where he soon
established a thriving statewide criminal defense practice. Chase has
been responsible for mentoring attorneys currently on staff as well as
many attorneys that have moved on to start their own practices
throughout the United States.
Chase has appeared as a legal commentator on Dateline NBC, MSNBC,
CNN's Nancy Grace, Fox News, Fox's Studio B and numerous other network
programs. Chase is licensed in California and New York and appears in
State and Federal courts throughout the United States.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2009
Licensed in New York for 36 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1989
Location
The Criminal Defense Group
4181 Sunswept Dr Suite 100, Studio City, CA, 91604-2335
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Eric Alan Chase's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2021 | Personal Injury
Anti-Christ
Eric Chase is the epitome of a monster (for lack of a better word) who defends demons. He is a sell out, who will represent those for the right price. How can he sleep at night?! I had my human rights violated, assaulted, the whole nine yards, and he tried to justify his client’s actions by trying to...
Eric Alan Chase's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is one of the best trial attorneys in the business. His ability to think fast on his feet and deal with the varying personalities of judges and prosecutors in a genial manner make him a highly proficient criminal defense attorney."
"I have worked for Eric Chase for nearly 10 years and highly endorse him, as a boss, as a co-worker, and most especially, as a trial attorney. Eric and I have worked side by side on numerous serious criminal cases, both state and federal. He possesses a rare blend of aggressiveness and charm, both of which are skills that are required to get favorable results, whether in trial or settlement negotiations."
"I endorse this lawyer. His issue-spotting ability is unsurpassed, and he really cares about getting the best outcome in each of his cases. I have worked under him for much of my time as a criminal defense practitioner, and his dedication to "working the case" on behalf of his clients continues to influence how I approach how I represent each client."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2009.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2009
updated on 02/07/2010A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
Honors
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
1985
Book Award, Boston Univeristy Law School
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Chief Counsel, The Criminal Defense Group
1987 - 1990
Staff Attorney (Public Defender), New York Legal Aid Society
Associations
1990 - Present
Long Beach Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Criminal Defense DivisionMember
1990 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Not Guilty on all counts after trial
Education
1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Publications
2009
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides