Atty. Eric Alan Packel
Eric Alan Packel is a lawyer practicing privacy / data security, privacy & data protection, regulatory and 5 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Muhlenberg College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Privacy & Data Protection & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Eric Alan Packel at a Glance
Eric Alan Packel is a Counsel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, ip, white collar, securities, and theft. Admitted to practice in California (2024). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D. Villanova, 1987) and Muhlenberg College (B.A. Business, 1984). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Alan Packel
- Eric Alan Packel is a lawyer practicing privacy / data security, privacy & data protection, regulatory and 5 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Muhlenberg College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Eric practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Alan Packel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Alan Packel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Philadelphia
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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White Collar Crimes in Philadelphia
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Securities Law in Philadelphia
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Theft & Property Crimes in Philadelphia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Eric Alan Packel
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 Alan Packel's practice in the field of business, ip, white collar, securities, and theft.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Alan Packel brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and white collar, Eric Alan Packel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Eric Alan Packel 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 Eric Alan Packel Handles in Philadelphia
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Alan Packel has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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