Eric Alan Chase

Eric Alan Chase

3.5
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Studio City, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

4181 Sunswept Dr Suite 100, Studio City, CA

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2009

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Delinquent

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

3.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | October 08, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Please be careful

I retained Eric's firm in August of 2007 from Wisconsin for a felony charge of Hit-and-Run. I was assigned a lawyer in the state that didn't handle criminal defense and had problems from the beginning. I was able to talk to Eric but felt as all he was after was a plea. Which the best deal that Eri...c worked out was a 7 year cap. Which means no more than 7 years in prison could be given to me. I was upset to say the least so I reached out to other counsel and dropped Eric's firm. At that time I reached out to Eric to receive back some of my 30k retainer when my currents lawyers explained that I should be able to subtracting the amount of work that Eric's firm had done already. I was never responded to and never received any money back. That was a lesson learned. Just to let you know the outcome of my case, I received probation. Much less than 7 years in prison. I just recommend to consider carefully when looking for a lawyer. Especially if its your first time of being charged and don't know where to look.

Posted by Rick | August 12, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Very Satisfied Client

I hired Mr. Chase just over two years ago when I became aware I was the target of a federal investigation. It goes without saying but obviously this was a time of great distress for my family and I. While nothing will completely subside the anguish that comes from criminal prosecution, having Eric ...in my corner did put my mind at ease. He was there for me every step of the way and I believe that if not for him I would have been facing a much stiffer penalty than I received. Avoiding jail time really was not an option for my offense but Eric put me in a position to reduce my time significantly. The U.S. attorney was originally not receptive to working out a deal but Eric pushed for me and eventually I ended up being able to tell my side of the story. While I was guilty of a crime this did eliminate a few charges that I was not guilty of and if not for Mr. Chase's persistence, those charges would have stuck. Even at my sentencing, Eric had to pull out all the stops. Despite having a plea agreement in place, the judge seemed hellbent on using a faulty probation report as his guideline. This would essentially double my sentence and then some. It was looking grim and I was sweating bullets. Then Eric really went to work for me. Honestly, it was the first time I witnessed his work first hand and I was impressed and thankful. It wasn't easy but I ended up being sentenced in line with the plea agreement. It looked like I would get five years but in the end, I only got two. And who knows how many it would have been without Mr. Chase. Overall, I couldn't really ask for much more. He always took my calls, he was always upfront and honest with me and he never made me feel like just another dollar sign. My family and I will forever be appreciative of his efforts and I can't thank him enough. Hopefully I will never need him again but if I do, he will certainly be my first call.

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Eric Alan Chase's Lawyer Endorsements

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A. Felsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashli McKeivier

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked for 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."

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Alan Baum

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Joshua Solberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2009.

Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2009

updated on 02/07/2010

A 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 Association

Member

1990 - Present

San Fernando Valley Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Criminal Defense Division

Member

1990 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Winning a trial with no time for preparation

Not Guilty on all counts after trial

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Education

1988

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Sex Addiction and Criminal Allegations Sex Crimes

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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