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Eric Darnell Anderson

Criminal defense Attorney at San Bernardino, CA

5.0   7 reviews

Licensed for 20 years

Virtual consultation available

Free consultation

About Eric

Learn Eric’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    50%
    An Experienced former prosecutor in Massachusetts and California Now representing defendants in California and Massachusetts. Our focus is on protecting your rights by fully investigating and analyzing the facts. Then we attack.

    21 years, 1,600 cases

  2. Business
    25%
    I represent small businesses in the creation of their business entities and remaining complaint with appropriate laws. Solving issues before they become problems

    12 years, 70 cases

  3. Contracts and agreements
    10%

    13 years, 80 cases

  4. DUI and DWI
    10%

  5. Other
    5%

SAVING YOUR BUSINESS, YOUR ASSETS AND YOUR ASS. CALL (909) 328-1430 FOR A FREE CONSULTATION TODAY!

Our primary goal is to solve problems.  To do that in our business practice we identify your issues and solve them before they become problems. In our criminal practice, we use every resource at our disposal to question the prosecution's position and the evidence. When the government comes knocking, we knock back with a team approach designed to accurately assess what defenses are available and how best to protect the rights of you or your loved ones.

I have lived all over and come across people from wide swaths of life. This gives me an understanding of the concerns of people. We represent the person (or business) first and not merely a case. Our view of lawyering is that we are called "counselor" for a reason. And we counsel well. 

I am an experienced trial lawyer with over 100 jury trials, I remain committed to exhausting all possible solutions in order to protect the rights of my clients. Our approach to contracts and business matters for our clients is always with the eye on what could happen if there is a trial or dispute between the parties? This allows us the insight to look at worst-case scenarios and try to strengthen our client's hand before there are any problems.

I also enjoy time with good libations and good cigars because of the great conversations such an atmosphere creates. And clients are always welcome to join us for either.




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Licensed for 20 years
State CA
Status Active
Acquired 2006
Updated 11/30/2022
State MA
Status Active
Acquired 2002
Updated 09/15/2019

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Contact Eric

Eric D. Anderson Law
215 North D Street
STE 101
San Bernardino, CA, 92401

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2022
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Eric Anderson was hired to defend our son. He did an excellent job. We’re extremely pleased. And, he’s a good guy. Aloha
Posted by Steve | June 11, 2019
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OUTSTANDING Attorney!
Eric Anderson is an OUTSTANDING attorney: knowledgeable, supportive, experienced, & hardworking. He agreed to represent me in an unusual legal matter where the odds of success were slim -- slim or not, Eric believed in me and my case. Despite the odds, he advocated vigorously on my behalf, both in court hearings and with opposing counsel outside the courtroom. Although I ultimately didn't get the outcome I'd hoped for, Eric was awesome to work with and I am grateful for his efforts on my behalf. I'd retain him again in a heartbeat! I highly recommend Eric Anderson without reservation to any potential client.
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Posted by anonymous | January 9, 2015
Honest and trustworthy!
I loved everything about Eric! He was honest and upfront about our case and his fees. He was a breath of fresh air after dealing with many awful lawyers in the past.
Posted by Debra | December 27, 2014
Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney
Eric was extremely responsive and called and communicated when he said he would. My daughter found herself in need of a criminal defense attorney after calling 911. She did not want to give the police officer a statement without her mom or an attorney present and was subsequently arrested. Eric was extremely proactive in his defense strategy, but more importantly he took time and care in explaining the process to us. Eric went above and beyond by providing assistance in any area he felt would impact the case. We felt confident in Eric's competency and he was successful in her defense.
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Posted by Keith | July 14, 2014
Gave our family great guidance
We had an emergency situation requiring knowledge, guidance and confidentiality. Eric Anderson was immediately available, guided our actions and, maybe most important, helped us have a good attitude about what mattered and what didn't. The outcome was totally favorable for us which was based on both the facts of the matter and Eric's legal guidance. He will be our professional, as well as personal, attorney in every legal matter
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Posted by Terry | March 20, 2014
Eric D. Anderson
Eric has just recently become my General Council. I appreciate his no nonsense approach to the law and respect the guidance he has given me in just the short time I have worked with him. What I greatly respect is that if he doesn't know the answer to a particular question, he goes the extra mile to find the answer out so I can approach my situation with prudence. Very happy with his service.
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Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2013
BACKHOE - UNAUTHORIZED CHARGES
ERIC , HELPED ME ACQUIRE MY BACKHOE MACHINE BACK FROM A SMALL BUSINESS THAT WAS TRYING TO CHEAT ME OUT OF MONEY FOR SOME WORK DONE WHICH I HADNOT AUTHORIZED. THIS BUSINESS MOVED MY EQUIPMENT WITHOUT MY PERMISSION AND WAS ASKING ME FOR THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS MORE THAN I HAD AGREED TO PAY. ALL OF THEIR WORK WAS DONE WITHOUT ANY WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION OR SIGNED CONSENT FROM ME. ERIC WAS QUICK TO COMMUNICATE TO THE BUSINESS OWNER ALL AREAS THAT HE FAILED TO FOLLOW AND WHAT THE CONSEQUENCES WERE IF HE DIDN'T AGREE TO GIVE BACK MY EQUIPMENT AND PAY DAMAGES. I WAS VERY HAPPY WITH EVEYTHING ERIC DID FOR ME.
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
  • Hourly Rates $ 350-500 per hour
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney, Owner
  • Eric D. Anderson Law, Ltd.
  • 2012 - Present
  • Trial Attorney
  • Farmers Insurance
  • 2012 - 2012
  • Deputy County Counsel
  • Contra Costa County Counsel
  • 2010 - 2012
  • Deputy District Attorney
  • Shasta County District Attorney's Office
  • 2006 - 2010
  • Assistant District Attorney
  • Middlesex District Attorney Office, Mass.
  • 2002 - 2006
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Education

  • Boston College Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2000
  • Pitzer College (Claremont)
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1992

Legal Cases

  • Tami Mello v. Contra Costa
  • Case dismissed
  • Peacock v. Contra Costa County
  • After an extensive investigation,I filed a demurrer and the case was dismissed.

Associations

  • 100 Black Men of Long Beach
  • Mentor
  • 2014 - Present
  • Elks Lodge
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • National Trial Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • R.T. Fields Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • California Association of Black Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court
  • Barrister
  • 2013 - Present
  • California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Phi Alpha Delta
  • Member
  • 1997 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • 2014

Speaking Engagements

  • 100 Black Men of Long Beach Educational
  • The Law and You: Protecting yourself on the street and in your home
  • 2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (11)
Given (13)
Endorse Eric
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 05
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Having opposed Eric Anderson on several matters, I know he is a tenacious trial attorney who represents his clients aggressively and ethically. His courtroom demeanor is uncompromisingly professional yet uniquely entertaining and effective. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Eric Anderson."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I locked horns with Mr. Anderson on many occasions over the years that he was a prosecutor. Mr. Anderson is an aggressive, knowledgeable, and experienced trial lawyer who I would recommend."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 01
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. I previously worked with Mr. Anderson. He has an extensive knowledge of the law and a charismatic personality. The combination makes him a formidable attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Highly skilled. Very smart. A leader in our community. I endorse Mr. Anderson"
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Anderson is tenacious! His breadth of experience is vast giving him inspiring confidence. You can trust Mr. Anderson with you legal matter."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Business Attorney | Apr 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I worked with Eric on an Antitrust matter. Eric's passion and enthusiasm, combined with his knowledge and experience, makes him a force to be reckoned with. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Eric in the future."
Business Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"12 years of practicing law with 4 years as a deputy DA is experienced. He has a huge advantage over most criminal defense attorneys having been a DA. "they know that he knows what they know". Reviews by clients are excellent and should be read. Do yourself a favor if you are in or near Redlands and schedule a consultation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 29
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"As a former prosecutor, Eric brings a wealth of practical experience to every case. Additionally, he is a dedicated professional with a friendly and approachable demeanor. He is committed to regular communication with his clients and provides the one on one attention you expect from a private attorney! I unequivocally recommend Eric for your criminal defense needs!"
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San Bernardino Criminal defense Lawyer Eric Darnell Anderson
Eric Darnell Anderson
Criminal defense Attorney
San Bernardino, CA
Licensed for 20 years
Free Consultation
Virtual consultation available