Eric Paul Ganci

Eric Paul Ganci

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Class action Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Class Action, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +6 more

110 Laurel Street, San Diego, CA

About Eric

Biography

I did DUI defense exclusively from 2009 - 2020. I still defend DUI cases and list my credentials below. In 2020, I also opened my practice areas to include estate planning, personal injury, and consume...

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Location

Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP

110 Laurel Street, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Eric Paul Ganci's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 38 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Richard | July 25, 2011

Review for EP Ganci by Richard Noll

Although I was a little concerned about what would happen to me, I was comforted knowing that I had very capable and competent representation. Mr. Ganci kept me up to date via phone and email the status of his investigation, and I never had a moment's worry after our intial consult. I would not h...esitate a pico-second to recommend Mr. Ganci to anybody seeking an advocate of his caliber.

Posted by John | July 21, 2011 | DUI & DWI

DUI trial attorney at his best

A few months ago I was arrested for DUI--an arrest I really disagreed with. I searched online for different attorneys and had actually hired another first who took my money and didn't know how to prepare my case. From the moment I talked and met with Eric, I could tell his amount of knowledge, s...kill, and passion. He fully explained all the science (tons of science!), and kept me incredibly informed all the way. We took my case to trial, and he was incredible with connecting with the jury, talking with the judge, and arguing against the prosecutor. Money well, well spent. He likes to win, and it shows.

Posted by Steven | April 10, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Absolutely Terrific Attorney!!!

My DUI arrest was probably one of the most disheartening experiences of my life. But finding a lawyer that I believed in proved to be discouraging as well. After meeting with five different "lawyers" I realized that there is a DUI money mill that I'm on the wrong end of. When I called Eric, ...he immediately struck me as someone who I could trust. He arranged a face to face meeting to actually discuss my case. As soon as I met him I was impressed with him as a person, and an attorney. He took the time to explain my individual case. He listened intently to my side of the events leading to my arrest. He addressed any and every question I had. But above all he made me absolutely feel that he believed in me, had my best interest at heart, and he was on my side. I hired Eric and he maintained that ethic thru the entire process. My case was difficult with a few enhancements. It would have been life altering to say the least. He kept me informed. He responded immediately to every question that came up. In the end, he attained an utterly fantastic decision in my case for me. If you're faced with this situation, you may be lucky and find a lawyer you can count on right away. I can't vouch for other attorneys but I can and do whole-heartedly vouch for Eric. If you're seeking representation for a DUI you would be making a terrible mistake by not calling him. Eric, thank you so much! S

Posted by Gibrian | February 15, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer! Definitely would recommend!

I was arrested and charged with a DUI back in February 2010, immediately I was bombarded with junk mail from all different lawyers trying to benefit from my unfortunate actions. Talked with a couple of them and some said that they could get me off on all counts; I felt these guys were telling me lies... just to get the ridiculous fees. A friend of mine recommended me to talk to one of his friends from college that was a lawyer (Eric) and see what he thought of my case. He was the most unbiased source I could find, he mentioned the possible good points I had going for me and the negatives if I decided to go to court. I felt comfortable talking with Eric and he and I established a good rapport. He kept me informed and up to date on the whole process, he was very thorough whenever we met to discuss the case. He helped me with the DMV hearing, gathering info that would be used in the trial phase of my case. He prepared everything for the trial and helped me get through the nervousness of testifying in court. Even after all the trial aspect was done and when most lawyers would forget about you; Eric helped me deal with the DMV re suspending my license and finally resolving in my favor getting it back, earlier than DMV wanted to.

Posted by Kathryn | October 18, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Satisfied with results and service

Mr. Ganci came very highly recommended and I was very pleased with the results he obtained in my case. He put forth extensive efforts and maintained excellent contact throughout to ensure I had a full understanding of the proceedings. I firmly believe I would not have gotten such positive results w...ith the other attorneys I had first consulted with. I would highly recommend Mr. Ganci to anyone in need of legal expertise.

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Eric Paul Ganci's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nicole Irmer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric and I recently worked on a matter and I saw, first hand, the depth of knowledge in his field. He provided top-notch representation to a mutual client, with great results. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Lemieux

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric Ganci is one of the premier DUI lawyers in California. I've seen him in action in trial and he is fantastic."

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Adam Hepburn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Eric Ganci is a great attorney. I have worked in the same legal community as Mr. Ganci and I have also attended the same premier training seminars that Mr. Ganci has and I can state without question that he is a skilled, talented, passionate, and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. I know that he cares deeply about his clients and he treats them with great respect and empathy. I absolutely recommend Mr. Ganci to anyone looking for an attorney."

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Richard Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Ganci is an excellent DUI Attorney. He knows DUI defense as well as any DUI Attorney in California."

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Charles Garella

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric brings a unique blend of knowledge, compassion, and skill to the courtroom. He truly cares for all of his clients and works diligently to advocate on their behalf."

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Ben Vinson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric is a genius, period. He is also very personable, down to earth, and comfortable in his own skin. His clients are fortunate to have him."

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R. Thomas Curl

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is a masterful and brilliant Attorney. I worked for Eric while I was in law school and his knowledge of DUI law is unsurpassed in the San Diego community."

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Matthew Springmeyer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the distinct pleasure and honor of seeing Mr. Ganci in court. He is an amazing advocate in court and is one of the most knowledgable attorneys in San Diego on all matters DUI. His trial skills are unparalleled and you will not be disappointed if you hire him to represent you. He is an excellent attorney that outs his clients first. I endorse this lawyer."

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William Jarrell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the privilege of watching Mr. Ganci in action. He is not only a well-tuned trial attorney, but also an expert in the areas of alcohol toxicology and impairment symptomatology. Perhaps more importantly, Mr. Ganci is a good person who goes above and beyond for his clients."

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Edward Southcott

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is an expert on the science and procedures related to DUI. He fights for his clients aggressively and professionally. I strongly endorse Eric Ganci for DUI defense."

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Jeremy Elias

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric is a very well respected individual and DUI lawyer in the San Diego community. He not only cares very much about his clients, but also about his fellow attorneys. His dedication to his practice is something that you don't see everyday."

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Brandon Leopoldus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Eric for a number of years and he is one of the most passionate attorneys I know. He has a depth of knowledge about DUI and DWI law that is impressive and unrivaled in the San Diego area. I have watched with admiration as Eric has grown his practice from a tiny solo practice into a leader in DUI/DWI defense, and he has built his reputation the right way: representing clients to the best of his ability and getting them results!"

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Susan Hartman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Eric Ganci is a well respected lawyer who is a strong advocate for his clients. He keeps up with the changes in the law and is effective in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nadia Galash

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. He contributes regularly to the North County Bar Association magazine. I contacted him when I read one of his articles. He is an expert in his area of law, ethical, kind, and very humble. I am honored to know him as an attorney and a human being."

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Michael Flemming

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hands down one of San Diego's best DUI attorneys. Mr. Ganci is well versed in DUI law and is an excellent trial attorney. Highly recommend this attorney."

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Christopher Heim

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eric's reputation precedes him as evidenced by other reviews. He is a zealous advocate."

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Jonathan Ring

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ganci is hands down the most experienced, credentialed and qualified DUI & DWI attorney in Southern California. He is a consummate professional and uses impeccable legal reasoning and cutting edge science to achieve justice for his clients. In his field, he has no equal and I would trust him not only with business referrals but friends and family members as well."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Ganci uses his reputation, knowledge and experience to fight for those who are accused of a crime. He has earned the highest form of scientific recognition available to lawyers-- that of the American Chemical Society- Chemistry and the Law Division Lawyer-Scientist Designation. That means he not only knows the law well, but most importantly that he knows the science very well. He is a trustworthy and ethical man who has guts to stand up for what is right. Most of all I trust him. You will too."

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George Miller

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you find yourself needing a DUI defense lawyer, look no further than Eric Ganci. He and his team are THE preeminent DUI defense firm in Southern California. Enough said."

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Douglas Borthwick

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Irmer

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Kevin Lemieux

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Adam Hepburn

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Elliott Jung

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Bradley Sorrentino

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Brendan Cox

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Ben Vinson

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R. Thomas Curl

Criminal defense lawyer

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Parker Smith

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Matthew Springmeyer

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Samantha Birkner

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Edward Southcott

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Jarrell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Christopher Heim

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Marcus Landsberg

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Nadia Galash

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Jonathan Ring

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

San Diego Daily Transcript’s Top Attorney, Criminal, San Diego Daily Transcript

2015

A. Thomas Golden Alumnus of the Year, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2015

Adjunct Professor the Year, Thomas Jefferson School of Law

2014

Cert. of Completion: Solid Drug Dose Testing, American Chemical Society

2014

Cert. of Completion: Principles of DUID, American Chemical Society

2014

"Lawyer-Scientist" designation, American Chemical Society, Chemistry and the Law Section

2012

SD Metro Magazine's Best Lawyers in San Diego, DUI/DWI 2012, SD Metro Magazine

2012

SDDT Top Young Influential, 2012, San Diego Daily Transcript

2012

Intoxilyzer 8000 Operator’s Course, Dr. Alfred Staubus

2011

SDCBA Outstanding Service by a New Lawyer, 2011, San Diego County Bar Association

2011

Cert. of Completion: Forensic Chromatography III, American Chemical Society

2011

Top 40 Under 40, San Diego Metro Magazine

2010

San Diego Daily Transcript 2010 Young Attorney Finalist, San Diego Daily Transcript

2010

Cert. of Training: Drug Evaluation and Classification Program, La Pier & Associates

2010

Cert. of Training: SFST Student Course, La Pier & Associates

2010

Cert. of Training: SFST Instructor Course, La Pier & Associates

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Staff Attorney, Casey Gerry Schenk et al LLP,

2011 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Galente Ganci, APC

2009 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Law Office of Eric P. Ganci

1900 - Present

Associate, Casey Gerry Schenk Francavilla Blatt & Penfield, LLP

2015 - 2020

Owner/Trial Lawyer, Ganci, Esq., APC

Associations

2010 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2009 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego

Member

2008 - Present

Lawyers Club of San Diego

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. T. G.

Not guilty verdict, acquittal

People v. M. F.

Hung jury on all counts.

People v. D. S.

Hung jury on all counts.

People v. J. S.

Hung jury on all counts.

People v. M. K.

Hung jury on both counts.

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Education

2008

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Northern Illinois University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

National Conference on Highway Safety Priorities Connecting the Dots: From the Road to the Court Room

2012

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Foundations of California DUI Laws

2012

American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition

Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus: Evaluating the Evaluation

2011

Continuing Legal Education

Understanding and Attacking DUI Field Sobriety Tests

2010

Continuing Legal Education

How to Attack Field Sobriety Tests

2010

Continuing Legal Education

How to Attack Field Sobriety Tests

Publications

2015

Inside the Minds: Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California, 2013 ed. A Case Review: Lab Errors and DRE Missteps

2013

Thomas Reuters California Drunk Driving Defense (2013 supplement)

2013

Thomas Reuters Inside the Minds: Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California, 2013 ed.

2010

Thomas Reuters California Drunk Driving Defense (2011 supplement)

Languages

English

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