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Defendant: David L. Anderson
David L. Anderson, a 20-year veteran of the law, took the oath of office today to become the United States Attorney for the Northern District of California, marking a new era in law enforcement for the region.
According to sources, Anderson’s appointment was announced by President Donald Trump in August 2018, and he was confirmed by the United States Senate on January 2, 2019. United States District Judge Richard Seeborg swore in Anderson in a private ceremony, marking the official start of his term.
Anderson’s career in law has been marked by a series of high-profile positions, including twice serving as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of California. He also spent 20 years in private practice, working on a range of cases including criminal and civil matters for both individual and corporate clients.
Anderson has a long history of public service, and has served in various capacities including chairing the Magistrate Judge Merit Selection Panel in the Northern District of California. He has also served as a Criminal Justice Act panel attorney and taught securities regulation at Hastings College of the Law.
Anderson’s education includes a law degree from Stanford Law School, which he graduated from with distinction in 1990. He also holds a degree from San Jose State University, which he graduated from in 1985.
Anderson has a reputation for being a seasoned lawyer with a deep understanding of the law. His appointment as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of California is seen as a significant development in the region’s law enforcement landscape.
The swearing in of Anderson marks the end of an era for Brian Stretch, the former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of California. Stretch served in the position from 2014 to 2018, and his departure has been seen as a significant change for the region.
Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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