Atty. Eric Chow
Eric Chow is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, business. Eric received a B.B.A. degree from University of Hong Kong in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 17+ Years Experience
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About Eric Chow at a Glance
Eric Chow is an Attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Foley And Lardner Llp. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York Hong Kong (2009) and California (2014). Educated at University of Hong Kong (LL.B. Business, 2007) and University of Hong Kong (B.B.A. Business, 2006). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Chow
- Eric Chow is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, business
- Eric received a B.B.A. degree from University of Hong Kong in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Eric practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Palo Alto, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Chow's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Chow handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Palo Alto
Eric Chow is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-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 Palo Alto Choose Eric Chow
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 Chow's practice in the field of business and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Chow brings 17+ 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 New York Hong Kong and California, Eric Chow can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and m&a, Eric Chow can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Eric Chow 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 Chow Handles in Palo Alto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Chow 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 Chow directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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