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*Temperament:	(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
*Scholarship:	(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
*Industriousness:	(1=Not at all industrious,10=Highly industrious)
*Ability to Handle Complex Litigation:	(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
*Punctuality:	(1=Chronic`y Late,10=Always on Time)
*Evenhandedness in Civil Litigation:	(1=Demonstrates Bias,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
*Evenhandedness in Criminal Litigation:	(1=Demonstrates Bias,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
Flexibility In Scheduling	(1=Completely Inflexible,10=Very Flexible)
General Inclination Regarding Bail	(1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases, Pre-Trial:	(1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
Involvement in Civil Settlement Discussions:	(1=Least Involved,10=Most Involved)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases, Trial:	(1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases, Sentencing:	(1=Most Lenient,10=Most Harsh)
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What others have said about Hon. Percy Anderson

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Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 35653
Rating:10.0

Comments:
this Judge ROCKS

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 35164
Rating:2.8

Comments:
This guy should not be a judge. He is intolerant and does not follow (or probably understand the law). His temperament is horrible and he thinks he is a king rather than, as his role should be, public servant. He is a disgrace.

Other

Comment #: 35155
Rating:1.0

Comments:
He sentenced five years for probation violation
Did not have no leniency, despite the tremendous efforts of two attorneys, and multiple written letters of character for the defendant, as well as his own, he has no leniency, he has no sympathy towards people who are trying to better themselves, and become a better person to society, in other words he truly has no heart, I think if he has a choice to do the correct right thing and even meet in the middle he will pick the worst . Most judges would atleast consider … this one went to the max, he has no heart or soul or sympathy towards others . Unfortunately if ur case lands in his hands hopefully multiple prayers and god can help you because he’s truly evil .

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 34267
Rating:1.0

Comments:
lazy judge who granted a meritless MSJ in order not to have a TRIAL

Other

Comment #: 33843
Rating:1.0

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Judge Anderson failed to allow any defense at all into the courtroom for a man charged with a Federal crime. The two defenses were duress and mental health issues. The reason he gave for disallowing a mental health defense was later overturned at the appeals court; the conviction was overturned and the sentence vacated. A new trial was ordered. This decision was appealed by the government, but the original conviction and sentence was again vacated by the en banc court. The mandate (that the conviction was overturned and the sentence vacated) was ordered on December 5, 2020, but this information was never communicated to the Federal prison where the man was incarcerated and from which he should have been released or transferred. The man took his life (or was killed - yet to be litigated in civil court) on December 19, 2020.

During the trial and sentencing, Judge Anderson was rude, dismissive, condescending, and unprofessional in his treatment of the defense attorney. Additionally, the victim in the case made 12-minute audio recording in support of the accused, to be used in sentencing. Anderson never even listened to the recording, by his own admission during the sentencing hearing. The victim pleaded with the judge not to give the accused any additional time, saying "He is as much a victim as I am." The victim told the story of the duress the accused was under to commit the crime against him, and even named the three inmates who threatened the accused to assault him, even though the two were friends. Yet, Anderson felt the need to give the accused the maximum allowable by law.

All of this we know first hand. We were there in the courtroom at every turn. The accused was our son. I urge the people of California to recall this judge. He is unfit to serve.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 33400
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Deserves his ranking as one of the worst federal judges in the country. Easily *the* worst I've ever interacted with in over 30 years as an attorney -- federal, state, municipal, small claims, traffic court, anywhere. As another commenter puts it, he is "spectacularly" ignorant. He is also spectacularly arrogant, rude and intemperate. He is not interested in fairness or justice in any sense. Ignored the facts, ignored the law, ignored all rules of procedure and evidence . . . every motion, every conference, and every other interaction of any kind. No exceptions. Just a train wreck of jurisprudence. The Ignatius J. Reilly of the bench (except rude and meanspirited).

Other

Comment #: 33010
Rating:7.0

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No nonsense judge. Could have been a little more civil to the attorneys but the instances Anderson yelled the attorneys they deserved it. He took the time to thank jurors and answered questions after the verdict.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 32810
Rating:Not Rated
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We have tried two civil litigation cases in front of Judge Anderson since he was appointed and been before him on others. One was theft of trade secrets where we represented the plaintiff. The other was a complex insurance and environmental matter.

If you're looking for someone who is predictable, go somewhere else. if you're looking for someone who will literally read every line of your pleadings (to your benefit or detriment), he's your judge. Whether consumer rights or management, he has few tendencies. He appreciates owning up to one's errors, if they are made, as would any former AUSA.

Keep in mind that he was originally appointed to the bench at a relatively young age in the last year of George HW Bush's presidency, almost 30 years ago. The appointment languished, likely for political reasons (remember this was around the time of Clarence Thomas, Robert Bork and numerous other controversial SCOTUS appointments). Do not break his rules. You will be sanctioned even if the other side doesn't ask for them. I would say his temperament reminds us of a David Souter or Anthony Kennedy. His well reasoned, balanced opinions do too.

From the standpoint of practitioners, keep in mind that Judge Anderson cleared the docket on Americans with Disabilities Act cases, something we only know through second hand information. Regardless, it's useful to know that he doesn't tolerate cute tricks or non disclosure of documents by plaintiff's or defense counsel. The disgruntled views are those on either side, civil or criminal, who were surprised because they found it difficult to predict the outcome. Talk with his former clerks. They will give you more insight than anyone.

In the early years of his tenure on the bench, settlements were handled through a magistrate. But, be careful what you share. In a recent case well before trial, Judge Anderson gave litigants the option to exchange settlement offers in a bench trial which surprised both sides.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 32804
Rating:10.0

Comments:
NOW THIS IS A JUDGE! “Justice delayed is justice denied!”and HONORABLE Judge Anderson is a no BS, fast justice kinda judge! I came to this blog and read all of the reviews beforehand and was wondering how I always get stuck with the alleged notoriously most hostile judges. My state civil case got removed to a Federal Court and bam Judge Anderson was assigned- I didn’t sleep well the first night but as always I prepare my case and make a record to appeal. I asked the Pro Se office what the deal was with this judge and they basically said as a pro se - you will not have any problems with Judge Anderson, he just doesn’t like dilatory, vexatious , “working the file” legal maneuvering Rule 11 sanctioning type of lawyer games. If you are a Plaintiff Or Defendant with a strong , solid case and you immediately show him your case’s strengths and why you should prevail and your claims or defenses are meritorious- you will appreciate Judge Anderson’s style as he honors Rule 1 for “just speedy ...” Even as a Pro Se, My briefs were well argued with case law and I showed him admissible evidence and why my case can’t be dismissed and why it should be remanded. Before the hearing, my briefs were so strong, he sua sponte GRANTED my Remand to state court. My case is David v. Goliath and obviously I am David ( poor Pro Se) against a billion dollar global company who has the biggest and most expensive defense firm. I won my Remand to State Court (favorable to Plaintiffs) without any hearing. Actually , I wish I could’ve stayed in Federal Court with Judge Anderson bc I believe I would’ve been treated fairly as Pro Se. Ive litigated in other federal courts and the Pro Se bias exists. Judge Anderson provides justice in an expeditious manner. A civil Plaintiff with a meritorious case could only dream of being assigned Judge Anderson. Thank you , I love you Judge Anderson, I have never been treated fairly in Federal Court until I was blessed to be assigned to you!

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 32644
Rating:1.0

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This dullard is an arrogant piece of shit, who is spectacularly ignorant. He is mentally deranged,

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: 25765
Rating:1.0

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This Judge is not impartial. Agree with the comments made here he thinks he is above the law.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 25324
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
I spent an entire morning in Judge Anderson's courtroom yesterday at a sentencing hearing for my client and watched four sentencing hearings before mine. Despite his terrible reputation, I watched him depart below the guidelines on one case, agree with the defense that a guideline enhancement does not apply on another case, and split the difference on two others. On mine he gave the low-end of the guidline range. He also went below three years of supervised release a couple cases, including mine.

So for as much grousing there is about Judge Anderson, on this day anyway, I've certainly seen much worse.

But then as I was leaving, a couple civil litigants had their case called. That's when I heard the yelling from the bench...oh geez.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 25240
Rating:Not Rated
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Judge Anderson lacks compassion and punishes defendants for their lawyers righteous arguments.The judge lacks total impartiality when he constantly berates defense counsel’s cogent arguments. Unfortunately your client will lose out with the judge imposing a higher retaliatory sentence even if the government requests a more moderate punishment. Life time tenure be damned.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 25212
Rating:1.4

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Rude, arrogant, biased, disdainful of all (government, defense, defendant) and for some reason, he actually thinks he's SMART!

Other

Comment #: 23508
Rating:1.0

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I watched this judge walk into a sentencing hearing as if it were a casual visit to the bathroom. There were close to 20 supporters in attendance for the defendant and for the first time I saw a prosecutor defending the defendant. She refused to make a recommendation for time. She also stated that this was not a normal case for the federal courts. The judge did not care. It was as if he did not read the sentencing memorandum. It was a complete disregard for human life. He gave the defendant three years even after the prosecutor used a case that received 1 where the case was much worse. It brings me great shame to have this person serving as a judge in my country it brings me even more shame that we allow him to continue to do the horrible things we read on his profile on this site. He is the proof of failure in our system and a complete disgrace to the federal bench.

Other

Comment #: 23223
Rating:1.0

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Anderson should not be hearing a case involving the PCB/caulk issue at Malibu High school. The PCB's contained in the caulk was manufactured by Monsanto who Anderson has worked with in the past and still receives funds from.
Isn't this a conflict of interests?

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 22619
Rating:3.5

Comments:
He is a former AUSA who clearly takes sides with the government. If your client is a criminal defendant, do not expect a fair trial in front of this judge. He's not even subtle about his rulings. On top of everything else, and perhaps his worst quality, is his lack of judicial temperament. In short, he's a punk and a bully.

Other

Comment #: 21744
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Seems like a lot of you guys are just not cut out to be lawyers. The really smart people have no patience for idiots. He sounds fair from what I read. Smart too. No patience? That happens when 50% of the cases are frivolous or poorly argued. I wish I had gotten a different judge because my case has no merit. That wouldn't make him a bad judge for seeing through that and remanding it back to State though would it. I can not stand cry babies with my self analyzation skills.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 21461
Rating:2.3

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This judge is an arrogant bully with no regard for his role as an impartial human element of justice. He is more interested in asserting power than administering effective justice. He harms both the public and those before him. He should be impeached for his blatant attempts to hinder justice, particularly with habeas corpus motions. He's a hall monitor.

Court Staff

Comment #: 21346
Rating:4.5

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This man is overrated in terms of his abilities, and he practically radiates arrogance, hostility, disrespect and anger for no particular reason. He is just as miserable to court staff as he is to attorneys and litigants. He is a disgrace to the bench.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 21315
Rating:2.0

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I've been a litigator in state and federal courts for 37 years. Without question, Judge Anderson is the most offensive, laziest, most arrogant, insulting and imbalanced judge that I have ever had the misfortune to stand before. As other comments have suggested, if there is any chance of bailing out before this guy gets his fangs into you, seize the opportunity. Why has the CDCA attracted so many of these types? Judge Anderson deserves his ranking as one of the worst federal judges in the U.S.

Other

Comment #: 21298
Rating:8.0

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In regard to medical marijuana: unfortunately, the federal courts do not recognize medical marijuana, unlike the state and county courts. Federal courts continue to see it as illegal. County probation accepts the medical marijuana prescription to the extent that, if there is a positive THC result, the individual would not be in violation. My opinion of Judge Percy Anderson is that he is by the book. There are some rulings where he could rule in favor, but if it's not written in stone, he will not rule. He heard a difficult case. In the beginning of the case, Judge Anderson made quick, swift rulings. He yelled at my attorneys on a few occasions. The bottom line is that he gets irritated by the circus antics of attorneys. My further observation of Judge Anderson is that you must know your stuff (cite case law, file correct paperwork, etc). Most of these attorney complaints are from those who are used to judges allowing them to blah blah blah -- and because Judge Anderson doesn't, it's a problem. Be straight and to the point. I sat and heard him on other cases, and as long as you know your stuff and treat him with respect, then you will have no issues with him. In other words, step your game up. If time frames are expedited, then follow it. It's work. He's not in every courtroom. Lastly, I've witnessed the expedited hearings, and seen the attorneys roll their eyes. But I got the opportunity to witness a fair side of him. He was very patient with the plaintiff with a speech impediment, and allowed him considerable time to testify that he understood the case.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 21074
Rating:2.2

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I have appeared before hundreds of judges. Judge Anderson is the creepiest, dumbest, most biased, ignorant, egomaniacal and pompous judge I have ever been before. He truly is a disgrace to the federal bench. The only contribution that he could make to improve the federal judiciary would be to retire. The worst judge, bar none.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 20238
Rating:2.0

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I have never posted about a judge before. After my experience with Judge Anderson, I found this site just because I wanted people to know about this wreck of a judge. Lo and behold . . . I found a group of attorneys with the same experience.

I have been a civil litigator for 20 years. I have been in front of hundreds of judges. I thought Judge Manny Real was the worst federal judge ever . . . maybe not. Judge Anderson is a piece of work. He is openly contemptuous and rude. He fires off crazy OSC orders just to pressure parties. He "spins" the facts to suit his purposes. He and Kim Jong-un should party together.

Other

Comment #: 19313
Rating:Not Rated
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Anderson's forum is not a court of law; it is a show trial stage where defendants are not permitted to defend themselves against obviously unconstitutional charges. Aaron Sandusky is a political prisoner.
The PEOPLE of California went to the polls, and voted to explicitly allow medical marijuana. The people are not the property of the federal government, and when we vote to permit sick people to avail themselves of any means of relief, only a tyrant would stand in their way.

In a few more years, when the rest of the states have abandoned the insanity of the war on drugs, people like Anderson will be citied in history books as examples of agents of oppression masquerading as agents of justice. I wish him a long and miserable life, in the full knowledge of the contempt he has earned.

Other

Comment #: 19311
Rating:1.0

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He was very unprofessional in how he spoke to Defendant Aaron Sandusky. It is uneceptable for him to speak to a man that is being convicted of a crime that had NO victim! This man shows that he needs to be eduacted on the subject of medical marijuana and in human rights as well. It's a shame that he has the title "Honorable" in front of his name. He is not even considered "other than Honorable" in my book. Such a disgrace to the justice system.

Other

Comment #: 19310
Rating:1.0

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As a retired police officer and medical marijuana user this is exactly the kind of stupidity that will end PROHIBITION once and for all. Get our police and judges back to being PEACE officers.

Other

Comment #: 19308
Rating:1.0

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he needs a lesson in history and a lecture on what medicine is. absolutely DEPLORABLE courtroom conduct from a supposed "learned" individual. re: us v. sandusky

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 18528
Rating:1.0

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Yes, efficient. Mussolini made the trains run on time. No one likes any of his rulings. It is not for an incompetent judge to penalize attorneys whom he thinks are incompetent: it's like the kettle calling the pot black. No good lawyer would like a judge like this. Good lawyers like ethical judges, not dishonest ones, just like StarKist Tuna likes tunas who taste good, and not tunas with good taste. Sorry Charlie.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 18515
Rating:Not Rated
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Judge Anderson is the most efficient judge in the Central District. I don't like all of his rulings, but he keeps his rocket docket moving and penalizes incompetent attorneys. Lots of lawyers think they have the right stuff, but very few actually do. Judge Anderson makes sure that the ones that don't, know that they don't. And he lets them know real fast. Get out of the way for us good lawyers!

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 18513
Rating:8.8

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I don't know what everyone is so worked up about. Judge Anderson simply calls them as he sees them and isn't afraid to make difficult and potentially unpopular decisions.

Prosecutor

Comment #: 18447
Rating:1.0

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Guy has no idea what reality is just makes up his mind before the trial and goes with his feelings. Do not bother to present your case he already has decided. Change him if you can.

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: 18298
Rating:1.0

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The worst of the worst. He even exceeds Steve Wilson in being unqualified, cronically unprepared, arrogant, self-absorbed with his own perverted sense of importance. Is he gay or a closet bisexual? Others (males)suspect so.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 18259
Rating:1.0

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Detached from reality. Imposes impossible schedule that serves no justice. Lacks patience which often clous his judgment. Pray a lot if you have a case assigned to him.

Prosecutor

Comment #: 18078
Rating:2.5

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Having prosecuted for the government in several of the district courts I find a tendency for Bush appointed judges to be pro-government and easy to lead. They do not educate themselves on the issues at hand nor do they review jurisdictional matters. Percy Anderson, Morison England & Clarence Thomas are prime examples of placement based on politics and not ability. All are having record number of cases presented and overturned on coram nobis review post Skilling that AUSA's were reluctant yet pressured to prosecute for political reasons. Prosecuting health care and anything to do with oil, gas or electrical power was to keep Texas and the Bush Buddies in power.

Other

Comment #: 17998
Rating:Not Rated
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Judge Anderson made an excellent ruling against the Secretary of State of California, and in favor of two small minor parties. So it isn't true that he is necessarily biased in favor of the government.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 13894
Rating:2.4

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This guy is crazy, I think he asks his mother to leave him positive feedback the two or three good feedback this guy has is only from his family members. I think he was abused sexually when he was a kid now he is letting it out. Look out America..

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 13893
Rating:8.7

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Judge Anderson is intelligent and willing to make the tough decision. He is decisive and moves cases along quickly. Judge Anderson is not afraid to dismiss cases or grant summary judgment when warranted, thereby saving both sides a great deal of time and money.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 13688
Rating:Not Rated
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This judge is ignorant, arrogant, rude, and wholly unqualified to be a judge. He is fully pro-government and extremely hostile to civil rights plaintiffs. He is Los Angeles' Clarence Thomas though, unfortunately, he does speak, often, and very rudely. Dismiss yuour case and go to state court, as many do.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 13653
Rating:7.3

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Judge Anderson is extremely opinionated and rude. However, on a critical motion, he had every reason to treat me poorly, but was extremely fair. I don't like his disposition, but he is extremely fair.

Other

Comment #: 13264
Rating:1.0

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It is embarrassment for the justice system of USA to have such arrogant judge on the bench

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 12780
Rating:1.0

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Is on par with Steve Wiolson in unconscionable rudeness and ineptitude.
He loves the job but does not like to work

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 12708
Rating:1.0

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Judge Anderson fits President Obama's description of Kanye West, when he drunkenly rained on Taylor Swift's award: he's a jackass.

In July-August, 2011, the Los Angeles Daily Journal reported that his practice was to sit on magistrate judge's reports and recommendations to grant habeas petitions for five years: one petitionier died in prison after the magistrate judge recommended his release, and all others were denied. A complaint for judicial misconduct based on the egreriousness of his conduct is pending with the Ninth Circuit.

Judge Anderson displays the kind of personality of the child of an authoritarian military man, which he happens to be

A terribe, terrible person.

Other

Comment #: 12681
Rating:1.0

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OMG this guy is so crazy. I heard about him but when We were in his room we could not imagine how bias this guy is. Look out if you have a case with him settle. This guys is stupid. We just finished with him. Bush should be ashamed of him self and please read the article they just wrote for him in daily journal.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 12547
Rating:1.8

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Judge Anderson is a strange man. We had a major criminal case in his court and he went out of his way to show he was the smartest guy in the room. In so many words, I said, "Dude, you are the smartest guy in the room," and he let me alone. Instead, he pilloried the AUSA on arcana in the indictment process. At the end of the day, however, he tweaked a plea agreement to the detriment of the defense.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 12496
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Has earned his rating as one of America's worst.

Other

Comment #: 12485
Rating:1.0

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this man has no right to be sitting in the center of the room deciding a persons destiny. He is disgusting and lacks the qualities that a judge should possess. He abuses those who are before him and he does not deserve on bit of his power. he has a low self esteem and has no understanding of the law what so ever. he is an embarrassment to the bench and he should be the one who is embarrassed and threatened.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 12205
Rating:1.0

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This judge is utterly lacking in judicial temperament, poise, grace, or equanimity. He is obviously a very angry and unhappy person who, now elevated to a position of power and authority, regularly threatens and abuses those who have the great misfortune to appear before him. A most unfortunate and ill-considered judicial appointment by George W. Bush!!!

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 12099
Rating:1.0

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This man is an embarrassment to the bench. I'll bet when he was a kid he used to enjoy pulling the wings off of flies and cooking ants with a magnifying glass. He still does this to attorneys appearing before him. Has little understanding if the law, (doesn't seem to care), but loves to sit there, roll his eyes, and make life unpleasant for those unlucky enough to appear in his courtroom.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 12068
Rating:1.0

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Anderson is rude, condescending and apparently enjoys being nasty to attorneys and litigants.

He appears to have very low self esteem and compensates for it by demeaning whoever he can, whenever he can!

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 11672
Rating:1.0

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In a case I had before him he tossed out a lawsuit brought by a consumer on the basis of a click through waiver without a motion to do so, and without consideration of the actual language of the waiver, and, indeed, without evidence that the consumer has agreed to the waiver. Threatened me when I protested, and gave thirty days to conduct discovery. "Not enough time? Then I'll throw the case out now." Displayed anger at everyone in the courtroom who appeared before him that day

Worse excuse for a judge I've seen, no matter what his background or education.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 10505
Rating:1.6

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I can see there is no lack of comments here; for good reason I might add. This man has a huge ambiguous ax to grind. He is very unprofessional with unrealistic expectations - specifically in settlement discussions. He eroneously threatened my client over and over again; angered by our lack of settlement authorization. He is rash, ill tempered and does not deserve to wear the robe. I am dissapointed in W. for this selection.

Probation or Pretrial Officer

Comment #: 9943
Rating:1.0

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If your phone rings, and Judge Anderson is on the other end, you'll prefer to blow your brains out. Stupid and condescending in the same breath.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9916
Rating:2.2

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Showed bias. Conducted cross-examination of witnesses. Appeared to derive pleasure from denying motions. Made inappropriate comments on the record.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9801
Rating:1.0

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Judge Anderson and his colleague on the bench, John F. Walter, are "two peas in a pod" and neither should be a judge. They are ill-tempered and actively hostile to the attorneys who appear before them. They are also both biased against employees/consumers. Finally, although they both appear to be self-proclaimed sticklers for following the rules but they often are ignorant of what the rules provide.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9615
Rating:1.0

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Seriously considered judicial misconduct charges due to conduct during trial. Always choose private settlement to avoid his suggestion of settlement discussions with Judge Walters. Always settle before trial even if liability established.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 9574
Rating:1.0

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Discourteous and biased in favor of the government. His unprofessional demeanor and inability to reach informed decisions on complex issues betray his insecurity. Needs anger management counseling and should be monitored by by the circuit.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9565
Rating:1.4

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Horrible judge. In response to the poster of Comment #9206, it appears from your comments that you have never appeared before him. Given your love for his "background," are you one of his former Sonnenshein partners? He makes little effort to follow the law, is egregiously biased against consumers, and has been thrown off cases by the Ninth Circuit after reversals because of his bias or appearance of bias. He also is completely lazy, and looks for any way to get rid of a case. An unpleasant fellow, who likes to snicker with his law clerks as he surprises you with his absurd procedural rulings. Our firm's least favorite CD judge.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9273
Rating:Not Rated
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This judge is mean and unprofessional. There is no justification for the way he treats counsel. It's shocking and adds nothing to our justice system. Just shocking.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 9206
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
I am so happy that people posted here because it tells me a few things before I go before him... he probably plays strictly by the rules, he probably hates those who come into his courtroom unprepared, he likes when people take the time to research what they are doing, and given his background, I am glad he will be my judge.

I see where he went to school, and that school demands well prepared files, I went there so I know, so don't be sloppy.

As long as I get a fair shake is all I care about...... judges are people, and I have met plenty of judges with not great personalities, but the goal is to have a good judge that will hear your side.

They always say a good judge is where the parties leave unhappy!

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 8639
Rating:1.7

Comments:
How this man was appointed to a federal judgship remains a mystery-but he got connected in somehow.

Does not understand complex litigation, or even fairly simple matters like claim or issue preclusion.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 6838
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
This judge is another reason why we need: http://jail4judges.org.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 6750
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
This judge is unprofessional and should be fired. How bad do you have to get?

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 6649
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Not fit to be a judge. My experience and comments are consistent with all of the other negative ratings on this site. Has anyone ever received such negative reviews?

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 6503
Rating:2.2

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We had the misfortune of getting Judge Anderson after we removed a case from federal court. Plaintiffs didn't file a motion to remand. On the last day that a remand motion could be filed, and on 45 minutes notice, Judge Anderson demanded all parties attend a phone conference where he tried to persuade the plaintiff to make a remand motion (presumably orally) due to a small typo in the remand papers. Fortunatley for us, the plaintiff refused. A month or so later we were able to eventually settle the case and were awaiting the finalization of settlement documents from both sides. A pre-trial deadline for expert disclosure was coming up and both sides jointly asked Judge Anderson to defer the deadline for a couple of weeks while the settlement was finalized. He refused. In my experience, he runs the least friendly courtroom in Los Angeles and he likes it that way.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 6058
Rating:1.3

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This judge is the an absolute embarrassment to the bench. While personal epithets are not always appropriate when rating someone on a site like this, a federal judge should be bright enough to do his job, and this one is simply stupid. He tries to cover up his stupidity by being pompous, but he simply does not get the issues. His pompous, obstructionist attitude carries over to his miserable clerk, Kevin. Percy Anderson is a strong indication as to why the federal courts need an analogous statute to California CCP 170.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 6048
Rating:8.3

Comments:
He is brilliant - which is both good and bad. He really knows what he is talking about, but he expects you to know as well.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 6041
Rating:6.3

Comments:
He's intelligent and treated me with civility. He even excused an unintentional failure on my part to comply with local rules. I understand prior comments about his courtroom demeanor and lack of scholarship, which may very well be true, but I didn't see any evidence of the behaviour that may have caused the complaints.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 6005
Rating:8.4

Comments:
As long as you are prepared, he is a good, fair judge - though admittedly a bit pro-government.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 5952
Rating:1.1

Comments:
The worst judge: stupid, arrogant, rude, and unfair. Seems to be mentally unbalanced.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 5754
Rating:1.4

Comments:
This is a very bad man. He is arrogant, aloof, lazy, unable to grasp difficult concepts, completely pro-government and business, and totally against the little guy. The Ninth Circuit sua sponte has removed him from cases and is believed to have put an asterisk next to his name so that when appeals from him come before the court the staff attorneys give it special scrutiny.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 5620
Rating:1.0

Comments:
This judge is ruthless, mean, and demeaning, for no apparent reasons other than just being like that. He is one of the worst judges in the Central District of California. He's not very smart, but thinks he knows everything. This combination of ignorance and arrogance is awful for lawyers and litigants.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 5573
Rating:2.2

Comments:
Extremely arrogant towards criminal defense attorneys. Seeks to deter counsel from presenting their positions on the record by rolling his eyes and making condescending remarks. Shows no professional commitment whatsoever to managing a courtroom in a fair and impartial manner. He became a judge for the wrong reasons. He should resign from the Federal bench and seek employment elsewhere. He would not be missed.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 5182
Rating:2.3

Comments:
One of the worst federal judges I have ever litigated before. Horrible temperament and very little knowledge of the law or the settlement process. It is sad that he has chosen a career for which he is so ill-equipped.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4957
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
He is a self-centered and extremely arrogant rule fetishist who has no interest in doing justice. He is lacking in intellect and spends too much time baiting lawyers.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 4692
Rating:2.2

Comments:
Disheartening lack of intellect for a federal judge. He simply did not think the case through.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4681
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Judge Anderson is as mean as a snake. I believe this is to disguise his ignorance. His judicial temperament should be rated in negative numbers. He is a disgrace to the bench and should not be a judge.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 4494
Rating:3.0

Comments:
Very bad judicial temperament. Easily angered. Takes things personally. Very condescending to lawyers. Doesn't seem to have a good grasp of criminal and constitutional issues. Should not be a judge.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4391
Rating:7.8

Comments:
Very approachable to cut through the red tape and solve a problem. He will tend to spin the facts to reach his outcome. Much smarter than the other opinions say. Be streight, be prepard and he will give you a fair shake.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4366
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Did not understand 14th Amendment claim and stated in open court that he was against my client, an LAPD police officer nominated for top cop of the year, because"the LAPD SHOT TOO MANY PEOPLE ANYWAY". I took the case to state court got a decent judge and the case settled.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4150
Rating:1.2

Comments:
The continual 9th Circuit scrutiny of Judge Anderson gives me great joy. There is nothing better than knowing the bad decision you get from him on Monday will be taken up by the 9th Circuit on Tuesday. He exercises no self restraint, no intelligence, and little humanity. He is the Darth Vader of the Federal Bench.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 4081
Rating:1.0

Comments:
I think everyone else hit it on the button. Anderson needs anger management.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 4015
Rating:2.4

Comments:
Seems like his personal considerations are more important than justice

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 3931
Rating:4.8

Comments:
He seems to me to be trying to impress the lawyers in front of him with his erudition on arcane areas of the law. Why a judge would do this is beyond me. He alternates a spooky kind of detachment, staring off into space, and snotty asides. My least favorite central district judge.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 3619
Rating:1.3

Comments:
I was counsel for a party in civil case before Judge Anderson. We were at the Rule 26 Scheduling Conference (so very early in the case) and I wanted the trial date to be set two months later than the defendant wanted - as I explained to the Judge, I was pregnant and the trial date that the Defendant insisted on was actually my due date for giving birth. Judge Anderson said in a very discourteous tone, "well, your client will just have to get another lawyer" and set the trial date for my due date.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 2758
Rating:5.0

Comments:
He forced me back to Superior Court on a diversity case involving legal malpractice, and I had to refile in state court. He refused to count all the damages so that the amount would be $75,000 or more. It was a real hassle for my clients.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 2748
Rating:1.4

Comments:
Most unfair Judge that I have ever experienced by far.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 2508
Rating:1.0

Comments:
I have also witnessed his looking over at his grinning clerks as he makes unnecessary, sarcastic and rude comments to attorneys. The two new people giving him ratings of 10 out of 10 must be his parents or his siblings. No serious, objective attorney could rate this judge in that fashion. The Ninth Circuit just took him off a case because his partiality and bias could reasonably be questioned.

Prosecutor

Comment #: 2506
Rating:1.5

Comments:
He and his clerks have been rude and contemptuous to lawyers every time I've observed his hearings. On several occasions, I have seen him look at his clerks to make sure they are grinning while he makes his rude comments. It's not toughness, but just pure contempt for justice. He should not be a judge.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 2384
Rating:10.0

Comments:
Tough but fair. Does not take abuse from either side. That is what you want in a good judge

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 2253
Rating:2.5

Comments:
Obnoxious, rude, petty, and worst of all, dishonest. A disservice to the bench.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: 2247
Rating:1.6

Comments:
Rude, intemperate, sarcastic, unreasonable, and contemptuous of the judicial guidelines regarding courtesy and professionalism toward litigants, etc. What more can I say. An utter disgrace to the bench.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 2199
Rating:2.8

Comments:
unqualified based on bias , intelligence ,temperament and prejudices to sit on the federal bench . truly a disgrace to the federal judiciary.

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: 1757
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Poor judicial temperament, snotty, condescending, sarcastic.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: 1654
Rating:1.3

Comments:
He is a very strict, unreasonable, unfriendly, discortious,rude judge