Atty. Eric Christopher Howlett
Eric Christopher Howlett is a lawyer practicing business & corporate transactions, intellectual property, cybersecurity & technology and 8 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years.
Business/Corporate Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 15+ Years Experience
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About Eric Christopher Howlett at a Glance
Eric Christopher Howlett is a Counsel based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Sands Anderson Pc. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on formation, business, ip, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the We (2011) and Virginia (2011). Educated at Washington & Lee University School of Law (J.D., 2011) and University of Virginia (B.A., 2008). Active member of Professional Affiliations •Richmond Bar Association Bankruptcy Section & Business Law Section •Greater Richmond Intellectual Property Law Association President, 2020-2021. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Christopher Howlett
- Eric Christopher Howlett is a lawyer practicing business & corporate transactions, intellectual property, cybersecurity & technology and 8 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Eric practices at Sands Anderson PC in Richmond, VA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Christopher Howlett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Christopher Howlett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Business Formation in Richmond
Eric Christopher Howlett is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Richmond
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric Christopher Howlett is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Intellectual Property in Richmond
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Eric Christopher Howlett is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Richmond
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric Christopher Howlett is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →
Tax Law in Richmond
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Eric Christopher Howlett is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-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 Richmond Choose Eric Christopher Howlett
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 Christopher Howlett's practice in the field of formation, business, ip, bankruptcy, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Christopher Howlett brings 15+ 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 Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the We and Virginia, Eric Christopher Howlett can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, business, and ip, Eric Christopher Howlett can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means Eric Christopher Howlett 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 Christopher Howlett Handles in Richmond
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