Atty. Eric Houghton Macmichael

Atty. Eric Houghton Macmichael

Eric Houghton Macmichael is a lawyer practicing litigation, patent infringement, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego, and has been licensed for 22 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About Eric Houghton Macmichael at a glance

Eric Houghton Macmichael is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (2004). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of California at San Diego B.A. (—). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Houghton Macmichael is a lawyer practicing litigation, patent infringement, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Eric practices at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Houghton Macmichael's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 San Francisco 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 Houghton Macmichael

Where is Eric Houghton Macmichael's law office located?
Eric Houghton Macmichael's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Houghton Macmichael handle?
Eric Houghton Macmichael focuses on patent, ip, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric Houghton Macmichael practiced law?
Eric Houghton Macmichael has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Eric Houghton Macmichael go to law school?
Eric Houghton Macmichael earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (—).
How can I contact Eric Houghton Macmichael for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 2003
University of California at San Diego B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2004

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