Eric Joseph Luce

Eric Joseph Luce

4.6
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 25 years

Lawyer at Ventura, CA

789 South Victoria Ave., Suite 200, Ventura, CA

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Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

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Eric Luce

789 South Victoria Ave., Suite 200, Ventura, CA, 93003

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Eric Joseph Luce's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zack | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Life Changing Attorney Who Gets Results

I hired Attorney Eric Luce to represent me in pursuing an early termination of probation, and I can honestly say he exceeded every expectation I had. If you're someone who’s cautious about hiring legal help, or skeptical about whether a lawyer will truly fight for you, this is the kind of attorney wh...o restores your faith in the profession. From our first conversation, it was clear that he was not only extremely knowledgeable, but also genuinely invested in helping people move forward with their lives. He listened carefully, explained every step of the process in clear terms, and made sure I understood my options and what to expect. There was no sugarcoating. Just honest, smart, strategic guidance from someone who clearly knows the law inside and out. Throughout the process, his professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail were top tier. He followed through on everything, answered every question I had, and treated my case with the same urgency and importance that I did. That meant the world to me. I never felt brushed off or like I was “just another client.” The end result? He successfully got my probation terminated early. That was something that felt out of reach when I started this process. But he made it happen. His dedication and work ethic had a significant impact on my future, and I’ll never forget that. If you’re looking for a lawyer who’s not only brilliant but also grounded, reliable, and genuinely cares about your outcome, stop your search here. Attorney Eric Luce is the real deal. I’d recommend him without hesitation to anyone serious about getting results.

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest & Professional

Throughout the my case (and subsequent process), Eric was honest, responsive, and staunchly in my corner. My case was quite public, and by no means easy - and yet, Eric was able to negotiate a great plea deal in light of less than ideal circumstances, and a political backdrop that dragged my case on ...for months. Even after a deal was agreed upon (that completely dismissed my felony charges), Eric met with me throughout the probationary period after serving my sentence, and is still in frequent communication as I work to tie-up loose ends. I cannot recommend him enough to anyone looking for attorney that isn't going to sugar-coat things, and will work tirelessly to make sure your voice is heard. I rate him a 20/10.

Posted by Anonymous client for protection | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Never resolve my arrest although my case was dismissed by the people

Eric was out for money. He withheld information and conversations he had with the DA. He was aware that my case was going to be dismissed but lead me to believe it was going to trail. After the case was dismissed, ask him to proceed with getting my arrest record sealed and destroyed. He basically ...said that I’m on my on and wipe his hands. I did all the leg work and filed a petition to seal my arrest but was denied and now Eric Luce is no where to be found.

Eric Luce

Replied last November 03, 2020

Hello Anonymous, Thank you for your review, and for the opportunity to explain the successful outcome of your case. You seem to be upset because you wanted me to do free work for you after I got your case DISMISSED over two years ago. In March of 2018, you were charged with assaulting your hairdresser with pepper spray after you were unsatisfied with her work. Your case was referred to me by a colleague after you refused the public defender’s advice to plead guilty. As a favor to my friend, I agreed to take your case for an extraordinarily low fee. I then made it clear to the prosecutor that we would present a strong self-defense case at trial, and that I was looking forward to vigorous cross-examination of the hairdresser based on your version of events. I appeared in court multiple times prepared for trial. On the day before trial, I was prepared with my pretrial motions and let the prosecutor know that he was in for a fight. On the date of trial, we got our dismissal. We won. Also worth noting: 1) The fee I charged you was about one-third of the going rate compared to other attorneys; 2) My office is in Ventura and your case was in Bellflower – over 80 miles away; 3) After the dismissal, you were still not satisfied. You wanted me to sue the hairdresser - who you sprayed with pepper spray. I told you that I do not handle civil cases, and that you were unlikely to recover anything even if you were successful because she had no assets to recover; 4) You then wanted me to handle your subsequent petition to seal your arrest record (for FREE, in a courthouse 80 miles away from me) even though your generous retainer agreement specifically excluded any work beyond a dismissal. In closing, you are welcome for the deeply-discounted yet highly effective work I did to get your case dismissed. P.S. I'm not sure what work you did in terms of filing the petition to seal your record, but I believe you are entitled to it as a matter of right pursuant to Penal Code Section 851.91. There are many attorneys near you who would be competent to handle such a motion for a reasonable fee. I wish you luck.

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney

I never thought I would be in a situation where I would be in need of a criminal defense lawyer. I'm glad though that when I was I chose to work with Mr. Luce. He constantly reassured me all of the way through, from before court through completion. He worked hard to make sure that I felt my case was ...most important to him, which is the greatest feeling I could of had under the circumstances. I would recommend Mr. Luce again and again as I have been exceptionally happy with my results.

Posted by A.M. | May 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Misdemeanor Case

I hired Eric on a Criminal Misdemeanor case of "Altering an Imitation Firearm " that I was wrongly charged with. When I contacted Eric he saw me the same day. He immediately started working on my case and kept me informed of the progress. He put in the extra time and effort to met with the DA and lo...ok at the evidence the Ventura Police had taken from me. He was very knowledgeable of the law and had a lot of experience. He was able to get my misdemeanor case dismissed! This was so important due to this charge affecting my new job that I was applying for, and due to his hard work I was able to secure this job. I am so very glad I hired Eric to represent me. He always looked and spoke very professionally at the hearings and was very comfortable in the court atmosphere. I would highly recommend Eric to anyone needing a lawyer.

Eric Luce

Replied last May 08, 2014

Thank you so much for the review, and for allowing me to help. I always enjoy taking a field trip to the police evidence room, and it was even more fun to point out the prosecutor's mistakes in court. I know how much work you put into getting your professional license, so I was especially pleased about this dismissal and to hear that you were able to get the job! Congratulations and good luck with everything. Eric Luce

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Rick Worsfold

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric is an excellent and well-respected attorney. He is tenacious advocate for his clients and is never afraid to take cases to trial (and win!) Eric is vastly experienced and knows how to get the best possible result. If you need a Ventura lawyer, look no further than Eric."

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Brian Horan

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can't recommend Eric enough. He is experienced, unflappable, and honest. I have seen him in Court and know that he has the ability to guide his clients through the toughest cases. I would not hesitate to recommend him to my own family and friends in their time of need."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Peter Fitzpatrick

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nors Davidson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Eric is one of the finest trial attorney's the San Francisco Public Defender's Office has ever had, hands down."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Eric J. Luce

2010 - 2012

Partner, Law OffIces of DeBro and Luce

2003 - 2010

Trial Attorney, San Francisco Public Defender's Office

Education

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Southwestern Univ SOL

law

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Louisiana St Univ

undergraduate

Languages

English

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