Atty. Eric Bentley

Atty. Eric Bentley

Eric Bentley is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (719) 521-3538

Profile Summary

About Eric Bentley at a glance

Eric Bentley is a business, ip, litigation, adr, and appellate attorney based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New York (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1996), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1999), and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (2001). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1993) and University of California, Berkeley B.A. Religious Studies University of California, Berkeley B.A. high distinction (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of El Paso County and The Colorado Bar Associations. Serves clients in Colorado Springs, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Eric Bentley is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, complex commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Eric practices in Colorado Springs, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Bentley's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Eric Bentley is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →

Intellectual Property

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

Eric Bentley is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Colorado →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Eric Bentley is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Colorado →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Eric Bentley is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Colorado →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Colorado Springs are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Bentley

Where is Eric Bentley's law office located?
Eric Bentley's law practice is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Bentley handle?
Eric Bentley focuses on business, ip, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Eric Bentley practiced law?
Eric Bentley has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Eric Bentley go to law school?
Eric Bentley earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (—).
How can I contact Eric Bentley for a consultation?
You can contact Eric Bentley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Eric Bentley received?
Eric Bentley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1993
University of California, Berkeley B.A. Religious Studies University of California, Berkeley B.A. high distinction
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2001
Colorado
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2014

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