professional bio
Edric De las Alas believes that an excellent defense workers' compensation attorney can help employers navigate complex claims, reduce fraud, and maintain a safe and legally compliant work environment. Expertise is crucial to ensure the process is fair and employers are not unduly burdened by unfounded claims. Edric enjoys plying his skill set to achieve all of these objectives for clients.
Mr. De las Alas’ initial introduction to representing management was in his capacity as a paralegal with the Los Angeles County, Office of County Counsel, Labor and Employment Division. He then transferred to the Workers’ Compensation Division. He has more than 14 years of experience handling liens for the County, which includes assisting the CEO's office with global settlements, negotiating liens, and taking related issues to trial. In so doing, he learned to take aggressive and thorough depositions, as well as effective direct and cross-examinations at trial.
Mr. De las Alas is licensed to practice law in California and the Philippines. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Sto. Tomas, Faculty of Civil Law, Philippines and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from San Beda College, Manila.
In his spare time, Edric enjoys traveling with his family, as well as playing golf and basketball.
Education & Memberships
1997 University of Sto. Tomas, Espana, Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
Juris Doctor
1991 San Beda College, Mendiola, Manila, Philippines
Bachelor of Arts (Economics)
2021 State Bar of California
1997 Philippine Bar
