Percy Anderson

this Judge ROCKS

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.

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 .

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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!

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.