Atty. Eric Butler Evans

Atty. Eric Butler Evans

Eric Butler Evans is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, trademark litigation and 3 other areas of law. Eric received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1993, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric Butler Evans at a glance

Eric Butler Evans is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Mayer Brown LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California US District Court for the Northern District of California US District Court for the Centr (2004). Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2004) and Harvard University (A.B., 1993). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Eric Butler Evans is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, trademark litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Eric received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1993, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Eric practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Butler Evans's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 Palo Alto 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 Eric Butler Evans

Where is Eric Butler Evans's law office located?
Eric Butler Evans's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Mayer Brown LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Butler Evans handle?
Eric Butler Evans focuses on patent, trademark, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric Butler Evans practiced law?
Eric Butler Evans has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Eric Butler Evans go to law school?
Eric Butler Evans earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (A.B., 1993).
How can I contact Eric Butler Evans for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 2004
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California US District Court for the Northern District of California US District Court for the Centr
Admitted: 2004

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