Erica Allen Gonzales

Erica Allen Gonzales is an experienced Of Counsel attorney with a strong background in plaintiff’s personal injury litigation. With 21 years of legal experience, she has built a respected career representing injured clients, employees, and individuals facing serious legal challenges throughout California with skill and dedication.

Erica earned her Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2004, following her Bachelor of Science from the University of Kansas in 2001. Her education, courtroom experience, and client-focused approach continue to guide her professional work in every case.

Erica has achieved verdicts and settlements totaling more than $50 million on behalf of her clients. Her work reflects a deep understanding of complex injury claims, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, brain injuries, premises liability, construction accidents, dog bites, and wrongful death cases.

Erica also brings valuable experience in workers’ compensation and employment law matters. She assists clients with issues involving employee benefits, employment contracts, discrimination, overtime and unpaid wages, sexual harassment, whistleblower claims, wrongful termination, and other workplace disputes requiring thoughtful legal strategy.

Erica served as co-lead counsel in Secci v. United Independent Taxi Drivers, Inc., a case that resulted in a published opinion from the California Court of Appeals. This achievement demonstrates her litigation ability, appellate involvement, and commitment to advancing meaningful legal outcomes.

Erica Allen Gonzales is a member of the California State Bar and continues to advocate for clients with professionalism, preparation, and determination. Her practice is defined by strong trial skills, compassionate representation, and a commitment to helping clients pursue justice after injuries, workplace violations, and serious disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Law Office of Joseph Richards, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Santa Clara University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Kansas
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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