Atty. Eric A. Kauffman
Eric A. Kauffman is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, employee benefits, erisa and 2 other areas of law.
Employee Benefits & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Eric A. Kauffman at a Glance
Eric A. Kauffman is an Associate based in San Diego, California, practicing at Cooley Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1997) and California (2003). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1996) and Muhlenberg College (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric A. Kauffman
- Eric A. Kauffman is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, employee benefits, erisa and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Muhlenberg College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Eric practices at Cooley LLP in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric A. Kauffman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric A. Kauffman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Employment Law in San Diego
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in San Diego
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 San Diego
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 San Diego 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-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 San Diego Choose Eric A. Kauffman
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 Eric A. Kauffman's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric A. Kauffman brings 29+ 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 Pennsylvania and California, Eric A. Kauffman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Eric A. Kauffman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Eric A. Kauffman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric A. Kauffman Handles in San Diego
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