Eric M. Maxwell Overholt

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Eric M. Maxwell Overholt: Attorney with Overholt & Cremeans, APC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
  • Avvo Client Choice
    Avvo Top Contributor
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Biography

Eric Overholt is a distinguished authority in the Workers' Compensation field, having represented hundreds of clients with an unwavering commitment to justice. As an accomplished trial attorney, he skillfully manages Petitions for Reconsideration and Appeals to secure vital benefits for his clients. His experience extends to negotiating eight-figure settlements for those severely injured. Formerly serving as President of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association Chapter, Eric is a dedicated advocate for positive legislative change. He proactively lobbies at the State Capitol in Sacramento, striving to improve access to fair treatment, monetary benefits, and job retraining for injured workers. Beyond advocacy, Eric educates others, conducting seminars across California to enlighten injured workers about their rights. Additionally, he provides continuing legal education to fellow attorneys, ensuring the highest standard of representation for injured workers state-wide. His dedication to both clients and colleagues defines his exceptional career in Workers’ Compensation law.
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Areas of Practice (2)

  • Workers’ Compensation
  • Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California Santa Barbara, B.A., cum laude, History, 2002
Law School Attended:
Thomas Jefferson School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2006
Year of First Admission:
2007
Admission:
2007, California
Languages:
English and Spanish
Birth Information:
September 24, 1980
ISLN:
922213039

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$400 - $500/hr
Contingency Fee
15% - 40%
Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available, Retainer Fee

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    5.0/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/27/26 in Workers Compensation

    Eric is an exceptional attorney and a highly respected colleague. He combines legal expertise with practical insight and a strong work ethic. Eric is proactive, detail-oriented, and consistently delivers excellent results. He is also a team player wh... Read more

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Avvo Client Review
4.6/5.0 (21 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Client Champion

I've used Eric as an attorney on several occasions and have been completely satisfied with the outcome every time. Eric is not only a great attorney, he conducts himself with integrity in how he serve...

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619-326-4676  Phone

www.overholtcremeans.com

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