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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Lionel DuBuque

Jan 31, 2026

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

Super helpful and professional staff at Eric J. Beste's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal expe...

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Joan Schuppe

Jan 31, 2026

Eric J. Beste did a great job handling my complex Criminal Defense: White-Collar law case from start to finish

Needed help with Criminal Defense: White-Collar law and Eric J. Beste delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in California looking fo...

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Marc Bode

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Eric J. Beste's firm

Everyone at Eric J. Beste's office in San Diego was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly. I never felt like...

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Bernadette Blick-Murray

Jan 31, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of Eric J. Beste and staff

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to Eric J. Beste. They helped me out big time with my Criminal Defense: White-Collar law issue and kept me informed at every...

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Antonia Bauch

Jan 31, 2026

Outstanding experience with Eric J. Beste in San Diego - truly the best legal team

Honestly, I can't thank Eric J. Beste enough for everything they've done for me. They really know their stuff when it comes to Criminal Defense: White-Collar law and it shows in the results. 10/10 wou...