Civil Rights Law | Criminal Defense
Iredale studied at Columbia College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts, graduating cum laude in 1973. He later attended Harvard University, earning a Juris Doctor, cum laude, in 1976.
In addition to his legal training, Iredale developed proficiency in French and Spanish, reflecting an interest in international communication and broader cultural engagement.
ugene G. Iredale developed his career as a criminal defense lawyer with a focus on complex federal litigation and civil rights issues. His legal work has centered on the defense of individuals charged in serious criminal cases, particularly those heard in federal courts. Over time, Iredale became known for his involvement in appellate litigation, where constitutional questions and procedural issues often shape the outcomes of criminal cases.
Iredale was admitted to the bar in Massachusetts and California in 1977, establishing his eligibility to practice law in multiple jurisdictions. In 1983 he was also admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, allowing him to participate in cases at the highest level of the federal judiciary.
Throughout his legal career, Eugene G. Iredale has participated in numerous federal appellate proceedings. Among the cases in which he was involved are United States v. Rubalcava-Montoya (1978), United States v. Doe (1980), Arnbjornsdottir-Mendler v. United States (1983), United States v. Prantil (1985), United States v. Roberts (1986), United States v. Polizzi (1986), United States v. Bowen (1988), United States v. Simtob (1990), United States v. Plesinski (1990), and United States v. Shields (1991). These cases were heard in the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, one of the largest federal appellate courts in the country.
One of the most notable matters associated with his legal work is United States v. Valenzuela-Bernal (1982), a case considered by the Supreme Court of the United States that addressed issues related to the rights of criminal defendants and access to potential witnesses in federal prosecutions.
In addition to courtroom advocacy, Iredale contributed to professional legal education. He served as editor of Defending a Federal Criminal Case between 1979 and 1983, a publication intended to assist attorneys handling complex federal criminal litigation.
The law firm of Eugene G. Iredale has focused primarily on the defense of serious criminal cases, particularly those tried in federal courts. Through this work, Iredale has participated in the broader field of American criminal defense practice, where attorneys frequently engage with constitutional questions, federal procedure, and civil rights protections.
Iredale has been active in several professional legal organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. He has also been affiliated with the State Bar of California and the Massachusetts Bar Association, reflecting his professional engagement within the American legal community.
Married to Nellie High-Iredale
