Atty. Sam Luke Van Eerden

Atty. Sam Luke Van Eerden

Sam Luke Van Eerden is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation. Sam received a degree from Oak Brook COL & Gov't Policy, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 14 yrs experience 14 year
Call (661) 509-5046 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Sam Luke Van Eerden at a glance

Sam Luke Van Eerden is a dui/dwi, divorce, and criminal defense attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in California (2012). Educated at Oak Brook College of Law & Gov't Policy JD - Juris Doctor (—) and Oak Brook COL & Gov't Policy Fresno CA (—). Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sam Luke Van Eerden is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, divorce & separation
  • Sam received a degree from Oak Brook COL & Gov't Policy, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Sam practices in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Sam Luke Van Eerden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam Luke Van Eerden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Bakersfield 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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Where is Sam Luke Van Eerden's law office located?
Sam Luke Van Eerden's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam Luke Van Eerden handle?
Sam Luke Van Eerden focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Sam Luke Van Eerden practiced law?
Sam Luke Van Eerden has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
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Education

Oak Brook College of Law & Gov't Policy JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress
Oak Brook COL & Gov't Policy Fresno CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012

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