Eric J. Beste

Eric J. Beste

Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023

About Eric

Eric J. Beste: Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney in San Diego, California

After two decades prosecuting white collar crimes in federal courts throughout the country, Eric Beste now represents businesses and individuals facing domestic and international investigations and enforcement actions. A seasoned trial lawyer with a natural aptitude for advocacy, Eric takes each client’s story and turns it into a compelling narrative to achieve the best possible result.

Practice Areas

  • White-Collar Criminal Defense
  • Internal Investigations & Compliance Matters
  • Complex Business Litigation

Awards

  • Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Best Attorney USA since 2023

Education & Credentials

  • Universities:
    1. Northwestern University
  • Education:
    1. B.A., Political Science, Northwestern University (2005)
    2. J.D., Law School Name, Law School Name (2010)
  • Bar Admissions:
    1. California, United States
  • Awards:
    • Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Best Attorney USA since 2023
  • Firms:
    1. Barnes & Thornburg LLP, San Diego, California (Current)
  • Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2023
  • Affiliations:
    • Barnes & Thornburg LLP
  • Languages: Not Specified
  • City, State, Country: San Diego, California, United States

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

31 Reviews

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Sally Kihn

Jan 31, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Eric J. Beste in San Diego - they are amazing

Really glad I found Eric J. Beste for my case. They were a huge help and made everything understandable. I was very impressed with their knowledge and how they handled the opposition. If you're in Cal...

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Beatrice Purdy

Jan 31, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Eric J. Beste in San Diego - they are amazing

Eric J. Beste is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in California and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're taken c...

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Pearl Stokes

Jan 31, 2026

So glad I called Eric J. Beste to handle my Criminal Defense: White-Collar law case in San Diego

I've already told all my friends and family about Eric J. Beste. If you need Criminal Defense: White-Collar law help in California, they're the ones to see without any doubt. They are local experts wh...

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Roland Schneider

Jan 31, 2026

The absolute best in San Diego for Criminal Defense: White-Collar law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

I was really stressed about my case in San Diego, but Eric J. Beste made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled every detail...

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Todd Macejkovic

Jan 31, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Eric J. Beste in San Diego

Solid experience overall with the law firm of Eric J. Beste. They know Criminal Defense: White-Collar law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful and got the job done exactly as they sai...