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Matthew Erickson

Of Counsel

Education & Bar Admissions:

Pepperdine University School of Law
J.D., May 2012
 
Pepperdine University School of Law
Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Strauss Institute, May 2012

State Bar of California
US District Court, Central District of California
US District Court, Northern District of California

UCLA,
B.A. History, 2007

Contact Info:

 MErickson@deangazzo.com

 858-496-7477

About
Honors and Affiliations

Matthew is a highly-skilled attorney with a strong educational background and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services to clients in transactional, pre-litigation and litigated matters. He prides himself on having an extremely diverse set of skills and adeptness navigating complex legal matters. His primary focus at the firm is civil litigation with an emphasis on personal injury, employment law and business litigation. He has worked on over 1,000 personal injury matters in his career, representing both plaintiffs and defendants, as well as over 500 employment law cases.

Prior to receiving his J.D. and Certificate in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine School of Law, Matthew earned his Bachelor’s degree in History from UCLA with College Honors and Departmental Highest Honors.

With an unwavering dedication to his clients’ best interests, Matthew has amassed extensive experience in employment, business and civil litigation. He has successfully represented individuals, businesses, and organizations in a wide range of civil matters.

Matthew's approach is characterized by meticulous preparation, attention to detail and strategic advocacy. He has a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for his clients.

When Matthew is not working, he primarily enjoys spending time with family, watching movies, and going to thrift stores and auctions.

  • State Bar of California
  • Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Strauss Institute

Firm Results

Hillside Patio HOA v. City of Carlsbad, et al., Case No. 37-2018-00043624-CU-NP-NC.

In July/August 2023, Mitch defended the City of Carlsbad in a landslide case. ...

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Trial Defense Verdict in Wrongful Death Case for City of Carlsbad

Mitch Dean and Stephanie Skees, in a 6 day jury trial in North...

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Vawter v. City of Carlsbad, et. al, Case No. 37-2018-00051119-CU-PO-NC.

Mitch Dean and Stephanie Skees, in a 6 day jury trial in North...

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Big Ass Fans (Delta T) v. MacroAir Technologies, Inc., Case No. 5:20cv00728.

Mitch tried to verdict a patent infringement and false advertising case (Mitch only...

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MITCH DEAN AND HEATHER PARADIS WIN DEFENSE VERDICT IN OLANGO SHOOTING TRIAL

After a six day jury trial, a unanimous 12-0 San Diego Superior Court...

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MITCH DEAN AND HEATHER PARADIS WIN TRIAL NONSUIT IN SEXUAL HARASSMENT AND RETALIATION CASE FOR CITY OF CARLSBAD

Mitch Dean and Heather Paradis prevailed at trial for their client, City of...

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MITCH DEAN WON A 12-0 DEFENSE VERDICT FOR THE CITY OF CARLSBAD

Partner Mitch Dean, on August 16, 2018, won a 12-0 defense verdict for...

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MITCH DEAN AND LEE ROISTACHER TEAM UP TO WIN APPEAL OF 2017 NONSUIT

As reported below, nonsuit was granted after trial in the Preston v. Carlsbad...

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Olango v. El Cajon, Case No. 37-2017-0005331-CU-PO-CTL

In 2019, Mitch and DGR associate Heather Paradis won a 12-0 defense verdict...

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Sisco v. Carlsbad, Case No. 37-2014-00026069-CU-WT-NC…

Mitch recently tried the last of a series of five FEHA and Labor...

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Dean Gazzo Roistacher LLP Represents Sellers of “Sand Toy Capital of the World” Property in Glamis, California

Scott Noya represented the sellers of approximately 150 acres of desert property located...

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Dean Gazzo Roistacher LLP Closes Loan Refinance Transaction for Historic Redwood Hollow Cottages in La Jolla

Scott Noya, representing private lenders, handled a loan refinance transaction for the historic...

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$125,000 Settlement for Flood Damage to La Jolla Home

Scott Noya assisted co-counsel in obtaining a $125,000 settlement on behalf of a...

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Mitch Dean and Garrett Smee Team Up Again for a Defense Verdict in a FEHA Retaliation Case

In the case of Flores v. City of Carlsbad (Case No. 37-2014-00015129-CU-OE-NC), Mitch...

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MITCH DEAN WINS NONSUIT IN EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION TRIAL

Mitch Dean won an employment case for the City of Carlsbad when the...

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Goodlow v. El Cajon, Case No. 13cv1524

Mitch successfully obtained a defense verdict in Federal Court for an El Cajon...

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Doe v. City of San Diego, Case No. 37-2012-00092039-CU-PO-CTL)

Mitch was lead trial counsel for the City of San Diego in a...

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DJ Allen v. Chula Vista, Case No. 37-2008-00069534-CU-PO-SC

Mitch successfully obtained a trial defense verdict for three Chula Vista Police Officers...

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Stansfield v. City of El Cajon, Case No. GIC826266

Mitch participated in the 2006 successful defense of the City of El Cajon...

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