Atty. Eric Andrew Handler
Eric Andrew Handler is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, bankruptcy. Eric received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 25+ Years Experience
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About Eric Andrew Handler at a Glance
Eric Andrew Handler is a Partner based in Oakland, California, practicing at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on ip, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2001) and California (2003). Educated at University of Arizona College of Law (J.D., 2001) and Brown University (B.A. Economics, 1995). Active member of Affiliations Board member, Alameda County Bar Association Board member & Secretary/Treasurer, Volunteer Legal Services Corporation, Alameda County Bar Association. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Andrew Handler
- Eric Andrew Handler is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, bankruptcy
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Eric practices at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP in Oakland, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Andrew Handler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Andrew Handler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Intellectual Property in Oakland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Eric Andrew Handler is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Oakland
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric Andrew Handler is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Oakland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric Andrew Handler is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
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 Oakland 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.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-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 Oakland Choose Eric Andrew Handler
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 Andrew Handler's practice in the field of ip, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Andrew Handler brings 25+ 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 Arizona and California, Eric Andrew Handler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, bankruptcy, and litigation, Eric Andrew Handler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means Eric Andrew Handler 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 Andrew Handler Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Andrew Handler 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 Eric Andrew Handler directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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