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Ernesto Tristan Verburgt
also known as Tristan Verburgt
About Ernesto
Biography
In over a decade as a lawyer, I’ve handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases. I have worked as a Deputy District Attorney in the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office and Shasta County District Attorney’s Office. After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, I have used my skills and experience as a prosecutor to successfully defended people charged with crimes.
- A decade of experience as an Attorney
- Eight years of experience as a Prosecutor
- Former Santa Barbara County Deputy District Attorney
- Extensive Jury Trial Experience
- Handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases
- Successfully obtained dismissals for multiple clients charged in criminal cases
- Years of civil litigation experience / Obtain six-figure settlements for multiple clients
- Experienced Employment Law Litigator
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 9 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Tristan Verburgt
1020 State Street #107, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
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Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent advise!
Mr. Verburgt assisted my business with our employee legal questions related to time card compliance and various other items. He was prompt, extremely knowledge and helpful. It was a pleasure working with Mr. Verburgt.
Ernesto Tristan Verburgt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tristan and I were co-counsels on a case involving a plaintiff's employment matter and I was impressed with his knowledge, his character, and the care he showed his clients. He is a true advocate and works hard to ensure that he obtains full and fair compensation for them. I strongly recommend Tristan's services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tristan is an excellent litigator. He is articulate, compassionate and highly professional and always has his clients' best interests in mind. I have the highest regard for his legal skills and ethics."
"Tristan is a highly knowledgeable attorney who gets results. I without hesitation would endorse and refer Tristan to anybody looking for the highest level of representation."
Ilya Frangos
Personal injury lawyer
Nicole Ricotta
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Recognition of Dedication, Domestic Violence Solutions
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Conflict Defense Associates
2017 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Tristan Verburgt
2017 - 2020
Attorney, Anticouni & Associates, Apc
2010 - 2017
Deputy District Attorney, Santa Barbara County District Attorney
2009 - 2010
Deputy District Attorney, Shasta County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2017 - Present
Santa Barbara County Bar Association
2017 - Present
California Employment Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
State Bar of California
Sample of Legal Cases
Peopel v. J.P
Dismissal
People v. T.B.
Felony dismissal through a civil compromise
People v. J.A.
Dismissal through a civil compromise
Education
2008
University of San Francisco
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Speaking Engagements
2012
Domestic Violence Solutions Vigil
Domestic Violence Prosecution
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Need help with traffic ticket please?
15 Nov 2020
Q&A
I'm a new father and work for a fairly large company. i have been emailing HR about paternity leave and I don't get a response.
15 Nov 2020
Q&A
What should i do?
15 Nov 2020