Atty. Colin W. Fraser

Atty. Colin W. Fraser

Colin Fraser is a commercial litigator with experience in all phases of litigation in federal and state courts, and in arbitration and mediation, with a principal focus on complex matters. He is experienced in managing cases at the trial court level, including all aspects of discovery, motion practice, and trial.

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About Colin W. Fraser at a glance

Colin W. Fraser is a Shareholder based in Irvine, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on ip, tax, litigation, appellate, and entertainment. Educated at University of Southern California Law School (J.D., 2009) and Boston College (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Colin Fraser is a commercial litigator with experience in all phases of litigation in federal and state courts, and in arbitration and mediation, with a principal focus on complex matters
  • He is experienced in managing cases at the trial court level, including all aspects of discovery, motion practice, and trial
  • He also has experience prosecuting appeals before the Ninth Circuit and the California Court of Appeal
  • Colin also represents clients before legislative and regulatory bodies at the local and state levels
  • Colin has handled cases with claims exceeding several billion dollars in potential liability and has experience in a broad range of areas affecting business clients, including contract law, intellectual property litigation, anti-trust, Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), false advertising, unfair competition, real estate disputes, and shareholder disputes
  • Concentrations •Media, Entertainment and Technology Litigation •Intellectual Property Litigation •Antitrust and Unfair Competition •Real Estate Litigation •State and Local Property Tax •International Litigation •Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) •Deceptive Advertising & Consumer Protection Litigation (UCL, FAL, CLRA) •Transnational Litigation Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, BTI Consulting Group, “BTI Client Service All-Stars,” 2025 •Listed, Boston magazine, “Top Lawyers - Business Law,” 2024 •Listed, Managing IP Magazine's World IP Handbook and Survey, “Notable Practitioner,” 2022-2023 •Listed, Acritas Stars Independently Rated Lawyers, “Star Lawyers,” 2019-2021 •Team Member, a U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers 'Law Firm of the Year' in Trademark Law, 2020, 2022 •Team member, 'Litigation Department of the Year' (former firm), The American Lawyer, 2010, 2012, 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Colin W. Fraser's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colin W. Fraser handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Irvine 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Colin W. Fraser

Where is Colin W. Fraser's law office located?
Colin W. Fraser's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colin W. Fraser handle?
Colin W. Fraser focuses on ip, tax, litigation, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Colin W. Fraser go to law school?
Colin W. Fraser earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Colin W. Fraser for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California Law School
- 2009
B.A.
Boston College
- 2005

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