Eric Beste transforms his two decades of federal prosecution experience into a powerful shield for businesses and individuals facing government scrutiny. He unravels complex legal challenges, crafting persuasive narratives that resonate in white collar criminal defense, internal investigations, and high-stakes litigation.
Eric's insider knowledge of government investigations gives clients a strategic edge. His ability to anticipate potential pitfalls across today's business landscape allows him to craft defense strategies that frequently counter aggressive prosecutorial tactics, providing invaluable protection for clients navigating treacherous legal waters.
My approach blends legal acumen with strategic foresight, helping clients navigate complex investigations with confidence and clarity."
Credentials
Education
- Oxford University, visiting student in philosophy and psychology, 1989
- Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, J.D., 1994, magna cum laude, note and comment editor for Northwestern University Law Review, Order of the Coif
- University of Pennsylvania, B.A., psychology, 1991, cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Maryland
- California
- Illinois
Court Admissions
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Clerkships
- HonorableMarvin E. Aspen, Chief District Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois