Erik Adler Friis

Erik Adler Friis

4.6
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

2667 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 304-1, San Diego, CA

About Erik

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 28 years

State: California

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Superior Law Center

2667 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 304-1, San Diego, CA, 92108

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Erik Adler Friis's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Be careful

Hired Mr. Friis for my felony dui case. Felt like I ended up doing all the work and research and ended up with a 5 year sentence for my 1st dui. Military vet, he didn't push for veterans treatment court and still owes me $700 for a private investigator he never hired. I did some research in prison an...d found out that I should have only been sentenced to 2 years with half time instead of 5 with 85% and a strike. Vehicle code and penal code are two separate things. Illegally sentenced and this guy didn't even catch it. Maybe he just saw me as easy money.

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Best Call I Made

The Superior Law Center was a great call I made during one of the worst and scariest times in my life. It was definitely a blessing from God. Very high quality attorney. My situation I was facing a felony charge and ended up with a misdemeanor. Erik Friis was there to explain the whole court process ...from beginning to end and is still helping me with advise with my situation. He didn't make a promise, but definitely delivered above and beyond what I thought would happen. I was anxious and worried, but they really helped calm me by making understand everything step by step. I would recommend if your in a tight spot make the call you won't regret it. It would be one of the best moves you make bc it was for me and my family.

Posted by Kyle | May 24, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Very professional and honest lawyer

After been accused of petty theft I searched for a lawyer to help me in my case. After meeting with Erik Friis' law firm, I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. He was very straight forward and honest with me about the severity of the crime and what the possible punishment would be without... a lawyer and what he would do if I chose to have him represent me. I can honestly say that I couldn't have been happier with the turn out of my case. He fought for me very thoroughly and persistently. In the end I was only responsible for a small fine and a book and release with a very informal 1 yr probation with the chance to erase the misdemeanor from my record as long as I abide the law (which I will). I was very pleased with his work and the overall cost was very reasonable and well spent.

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Erik Adler Friis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniella Smigielski

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Bourne

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erik Friis is an excellent lawyer. He has always provided top notch legal representation. He always zealously advocates for his clients and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking help for criminal law matters."

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Ernest Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Erik since a short time after I began practicing criminal defense law a few years ago. I noticed him because he was one of the few guys that seemed to spend as much time in court as I and to me this meant one thing, he had a large caseload. After meeting him I soon came to see why. Erick is a smart, well prepared attorney that any client would be super lucky to have on their side. Further, he is always ready to lend a helping hand to other attorneys, which says a lot about character in this competitive business. Yes, I wholeheartedly endorse Erik Friis as a great attorney and a great guy."

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James Dicks

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney works very hard for the client and keeps up with the law by attending legal seminars to assist them in this regard. I endorse this attorney."

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Michael Shemtoub

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Our QC and Safety Plans, of cource we only extract the applicable parts or summaries and we do not include in our proposals the entire plan, unless they ask for it specifically."

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Stephen Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Erik. He has all of the qualities of an outstanding attorney: he is knowledgeable, personable and honest. I would not hesitate to recommend him to colleagues, friends and family."

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Joshua Price

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Erik for the last couple of years. He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to criminal law and someone I can turn to when I have questions. He fights for his clients and gets results! I endorse this lawyer."

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Jon Cooper

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Erik for a few years now and highly recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney. I have personally seen the attention he provides his clients and his results are outstanding. Give him a call if you are in the unfortunate position of needing defense counsel."

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Sam Tahmassebi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is an extremely thoughtful and responsive attorney. He gives his clients' matters great attention. The results are obvious. He invariably obtains great results for his attorneys. I have recommended Eric on a number of occasions and people have been very happy with the outcome of their cases."

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John Scannell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Erik for a decade. He always works hard and does what is right. I have no problem recommending his service to anyone."

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Joshua Bourne

Family lawyer

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Ernest Lee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jon Cooper

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Joshua Price

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

BBB A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau

2013

Top San Diego Attorney, San Diego Daily Transcript

2013

BBB A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau

Work Experience

1999 - Present

President, Superior Law Center

Associations

2025 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

2021 - Present

Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

The Riverside County Bar Association

Member

United States District Court for Southern District of California

Member

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

California Public Defenders' Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. JP

Domestic Violence Case Dismissed

People v. RM

DUI Case Dismissed

People v. DS

Rape by Intoxication Dismissed with no jail time and no sex offender registration.

People v. CL

Aggravated Sexual Assault resulting in probation and no registration as a sex offender.

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Education

1997

California Western School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Univ of California Santa Cruz

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

1998

California Western School of Law Review

Balancing the Needs of Rape Victims Against the Needs of Rape Suspects: A proposed Federal Qualified Rape Crisis-Victim Privilege

Publications

1998

Criminal Law Bulletin Balancing the Needs of Rape Victims Against the Needs of Rape Suspects: A proposed Federal Qualified Rape Crisis-Victim Privilege

Languages

English

Spanish

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