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Eric Craig Bonholtzer
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Eric Craig Bonholtzer

5.0
65 reviews

555 E. Union St., Pasadena, CA 91101

Arbitration, Torts, Contracts and 12 more

About Eric Craig Bonholtzer

Eric C. Bonholtzer is a multiple award-winning personal injury trial attorney who works hard to ensure that his clients receive full and just compensation. Mr. Bonholtzer was selected as a Top 100 Up-and-Coming Attorney by Super Lawyers for seven straight years before becoming a Super Lawyer for the last two years. He was published in the Los Angeles Times as one of the Top 70 Personal Injury Law Attorneys in 2022 and won the Litigator of the Year Award in 2021, 2022 and 2023 from the American Institute of Trial Lawyers. He was selected as a 2024 National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Personal Injury Attorney as well as an exclusive Top 25 Motor Vehicle Accident Attorney. He has been a Lawyer of Distinction for multiple years and is a member of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Top One Percent. He has also been selected as a Top Ten Nationally Ranked Attorney by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys. He is a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates. He is also a lifetime member of the Best Attorneys in America.

 

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Eric Craig Bonholtzer got this award in 2021

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Medical Malpractice
Posted by anonymous
February 01, 2025
Hired Attorney

Eric took over my case after another attorney was handling it for a nunber of years. He is an excellent communicator, he is passionate smart articulate, and compassionate. he added another attorney onto the case to help work the case and take it to trial. I am actually sleeping now, knowing that he is working on my case. I know how complex my case is and I know that I may not win however I feel better knowing that I have someone like eric representing me.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
February 28, 2021
Hired Attorney

Working with Eric was really great. I was very happy with the outcome of my car accident. He really fought to get me the best possible offer. He answered my questions promptly and kept me updated on the process. I am thankful for the result.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
November 02, 2020
Hired Attorney

I had a car accident two years ago and were suggested to handle the case on my own. After seventeen month of exhausting document submissions and endless requests from car insurance company I have received an extremely unfair offer, that wouldn't even cover my doctors bills. Fortunately, when I almost lost the hope to resolve an accident issue, I was introduced to Eric Bonholtzer, since than I were able to get my sleep back. From the first minute we meet he demonstrate an extreme professionalism, Eric took control over the situation since the day one and in a very short period of time (I only had few month left to close the deal) he resolved all problems related to my case. Car insurance company not only payed all the bills related to the accident but also wrote me a check to compensate for pain and suffering. I highly recommend Eric Bonholtzer as an accidental attorney, give him a call even if you think your case worth nothing, you could be very pleasantly surprised with the result.

 
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
July 30, 2020
Hired Attorney

Eric was great handling my case. Very professional and communication was great. Eric went the extra mile to get me the best results and succeeded. I would recommend Eric to all my friends and relatives. I would use Eric in the future if necessary he is the best.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
July 28, 2020
Hired Attorney

Great experience with Eric. Quick in responding via phone call and email. Even thru COVID 19 Eric and team where really on top of making sure our case was a very successful experience. I would totally recommend Eric and his team for your case. You will not be disappointed.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
January 27, 2020
Hired Attorney

Eric was amazing and extremely helpful. This was my first accident and it was very overwhelming but he answered all my questions and concerns. He was able to settle my case and I couldn’t be more grateful for everything he did. Would 100% reccommend his services.

Contracts
Posted by anonymous
December 03, 2019
Hired Attorney

Highly recommend! Eric Bonholtzer has been incredibly helpful and patient throughout my process. His attention to detail and wealth of knowledge is above and beyond. It's always difficult to be in a situation where you need representation, but Eric made me feel comfortable and confident during the process. If you are looking for an attorney who is skilled and knowledgable, Eric's your guy!

 
Litigation
Posted by anonymous
April 04, 2019
Hired Attorney

If you want a lawyer that’s going To represent you and go above and beyond with your case I recommend Eric Bonholtzer very responsive with great communication , I was involved in an auto accident and my settlement was beyond my imagination thanks again Eric

Litigation
Posted by anonymous
April 03, 2019
Hired Attorney

I am an athlete and was in a severe auto accident, I was concerned about my recovery and Eric made the litigation process easy so I could focus on healing, he made sure I got the best medical treatment available and the settlement I received was beyond my expectations. Thank you Eric....

Litigation
Posted by anonymous
March 16, 2018
Hired Attorney

Eric helped me get compensation for a bad auto accident. Eric kept going back to the insurance company multiple times in attempts to get a bigger and bigger settlement, which he was able to eventually do. Eric is super friendly, compassionate, returns emails and phone calls very quickly, and made a very unpleasant situation as good as it possibly could be. I highly recommend him.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Arbitration
  • Torts
  • Contracts
  • Entertainment Law
  • Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility 1
    • Legal Malpractice
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Other 7
    • Probate
    • Conservatorship
    • Guardianship
    • Car Accidents
    • Animal & Dog Bites
    • Motorcycle Accident
    • Slip and Fall Accident

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2011, California
    2011, U.S. District Court Central District of California
    2011, U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
    2011, U.S. District Court Northern District of California
    2011, U.S. District Court Southern District of California
    2011, U.S. District Court Western District of California
    Memberships
    Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
    Consumer Attorneys of California
    Litigation Section of the California State Bar
    Pasadena Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Southwestern University School of Law
    Class of 2011
    J.D.
    magna cum laude; Honors: Member, Moot Court Honors Program; Honors: Junior and Senior advocate for the Trial Advocacy Honors Program; Law Review: Southwestern Law Review, Associate Editor; Law Review: Southwestern Law Review, Staff Member.
    Other Education
    California State Polytechnic University - Pomona
    M.A.
    English

    University of Southern California
    B.A.
    English

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