Erick J. Becker

Erick J. Becker, Employment Attorney in Newport Beach, California

Over 38 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Senior PartneratCummins & White, LLP

Newport Beach, CA

Practicing employment in Newport Beach since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
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Erick J. Becker is a senior partner based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Erick has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummins & White, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Newport Beach, CA
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Newport Beach, CA.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Erick J. Becker: Erick J. Becker is a senior partner based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Erick has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummins & White, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Erick takes on

Erick concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Newport Beach, California

Erick takes employment matters in Newport Beach, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erick agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Erick J. Becker — employment lawyer in Newport Beach

Erick J. Becker is a senior partner based in Newport Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Employment. Erick has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cummins & White, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Member, Mortar Board Senior Honor Society. Managing Editor, Industrial Relations Law Journal, 1987-1988.

How Erick handles employment matters

Member, Mortar Board Senior Honor Society. Managing Editor, Industrial Relations Law Journal, 1987-1988.

The kind of cases Erick takes

Erick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Newport Beach and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California

    J.D. · 1988

  • University of California at Santa Barbara

    B.A. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Erick's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1989 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1988 · ACTIVE

Erick studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara.

Law school and academic background

Erick completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Santa Barbara. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erick runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Erick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Erick's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of California

    membership

Locations

Erick J. Becker's office in Newport Beach

Erick's primary office is at 2424 S.E. Bristol Street, Suite 300, Newport Beach, CA, 92660. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cummins & White, LLP

2424 S.E. Bristol Street, Suite 300

Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Erick J. Becker — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Erick. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Newport Beach.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Erick J. Becker — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Erick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erick's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Erick will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Newport Beach, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Erick

Erick discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Erick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Erick's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Erick J. Becker

  • How much does it cost to hire Erick for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Erick offer a free consultation?

    Erick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erick's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Erick's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in California typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Erick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Erick take my case if I'm outside Newport Beach?

    Erick is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Erick will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Erick?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Erick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Erick accepting new employment clients right now?

    Erick's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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