Atty. Eric Alexander Whitaker

Atty. Eric Alexander Whitaker

Eric Alexander Whitaker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Eric received a degree from St Mary's College, Moraga CA, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric Alexander Whitaker at a glance

Eric Alexander Whitaker is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at VLP Law Group LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1995) and St Mary's College, Moraga CA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA Princeton University (A.B., 1988). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Eric Alexander Whitaker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Eric received a degree from St Mary's College, Moraga CA, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Eric practices at VLP Law Group LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Alexander Whitaker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Alexander Whitaker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Alexander Whitaker

Where is Eric Alexander Whitaker's law office located?
Eric Alexander Whitaker's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is VLP Law Group LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Alexander Whitaker handle?
Eric Alexander Whitaker focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric Alexander Whitaker practiced law?
Eric Alexander Whitaker has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Eric Alexander Whitaker go to law school?
Eric Alexander Whitaker earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact Eric Alexander Whitaker for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1995
A.B.
St Mary's College, Moraga CA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA Princeton University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2000

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