Saleem Erakat's practice is focused on product liability litigation, representing manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, motor vehicles and sporting equipment, as well as suppliers in the chain of distribution for various products. He has extensive experience with complex litigation in both state and federal courts, including Judicial Council Coordinated Proceedings and class actions.
Education
- University of California Hastings College of Law (J.D., 2004)
- Managing Editor, Hastings International and Comparative Law Review
- University of California at Davis (B.A., 2001)
Court Admissions
- Supreme Court of California
- United States District Court, Central District of California
- United States District Court, Eastern District of California
- United States District Court, Northern District of California
- United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Professional Memberships & Activities
- State Bar of California
- American Bar Association
Representative Presentations & Publications
- Reconciling Song-Beverly and Commercial Warranty Provisions, Co-Author, Daily Journal (January 11, 2012)
Community Involvement
- Youth Employment Service (YES) of the Harbor Area, Inc., Board Member
Other Professional Experience
- Haight, Brown & Bonesteel, LLP, Litigation Associate
- Low, Ball & Lynch, Litigation Associate
- Superior Court of California, Judicial Extern to Hon. John E. Munter
