Edward A. Kraus

Edward A. Kraus is a shareholder at Silicon Valley Law Group with more than 20 years of experience representing individuals and companies in civil and criminal defense law. He handles employment issues, real estate, construction, commercial disputes, contract matters, unfair competition, and Americans with Disabilities Act claims for businesses. He also represents clients in state and federal courts, focusing on efficient, cost-effective strategies designed to pursue favorable resolutions in complex disputes and criminal proceedings across California.

Edward earned his J.D. from Santa Clara University. He earned his B.A. in Economics and Political Science from the University of California at Berkeley. He previously served as a Deputy Public Defender with the Santa Clara County Public Defender’s Office from 1995 through 1998. He belongs to the California and Santa Clara County Bar Associations and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, supporting his broad litigation practice statewide.

Edward represents individuals and corporations accused of grand theft, embezzlement, real estate fraud, insurance fraud, environmental offenses, trade secret violations, driving under the influence, driving-related charges, and other criminal matters. He has handled proceedings before juries, judges, arbitrators, administrative law judges, and hearing officers. His experience includes contested matters before the US Department of Defense, Department of Motor Vehicles, and Department of Labor Standards Enforcement involving legal and factual issues.

Edward A. Kraus combines civil and criminal litigation experience with a practical approach to resolving legal problems. He has tried cases in state and federal courts and represented clients in arbitration and administrative proceedings. His background allows him to address disputes involving businesses, individuals, contracts, property, employment, and criminal accusations. He emphasizes efficient management and cost-conscious representation while developing strategies suited to each client’s circumstances, objectives, and challenges across California.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Silicon Valley Law Group
• Member, California State Bar
• Member, California County Bar Association
• Member, Santa Clara County Bar Association
• Deputy Public Defender, Santa Clara County Public Defender’s Office, 1995-1998

Education

• Santa Clara University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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