Atty. Brett Locker
Brett Locker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Santa Barbara, CA · 32+ Years Experience
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About Brett Locker at a Glance
Brett Locker is a Partner based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Schley Look Guthrie & Locker LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1995). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1994) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Santa Barbara County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brett Locker
- Brett Locker is a lawyer practicing corporate law, business law, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law
- Brett received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Brett practices at Schley Look Guthrie & Locker LLP in Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Brett Locker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett Locker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Barbara.
Business & Corporate Law in Santa Barbara
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brett Locker is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Santa Barbara
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brett Locker is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Santa Barbara
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Brett Locker is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Securities Law in Santa Barbara
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Civil Litigation in Santa Barbara
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Barbara
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Barbara are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Santa Barbara Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Barbara-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Barbara Choose Brett Locker
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brett Locker's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brett Locker brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Brett Locker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and ip, Brett Locker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Barbara
A Santa Barbara-based practice means Brett Locker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brett Locker Handles in Santa Barbara
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brett Locker has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brett Locker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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