Atty. Eric L Bernthal
Mr. Eric L Bernthal is a lawyer practicing communications, corporate governance, media and entertainment and 2 other areas of law.
Communications & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 56+ Years Experience
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About Eric L Bernthal at a Glance
Eric L Bernthal is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1970). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1970) and Columbia University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric L Bernthal
- Mr. Eric L Bernthal is a lawyer practicing communications, corporate governance, media and entertainment and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Eric practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Washington, DC
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Eric L Bernthal's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric L Bernthal handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Washington
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Eric L Bernthal
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 L Bernthal's practice in the field of business, m&a, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric L Bernthal brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and entertainment, Eric L Bernthal can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Eric L Bernthal attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric L Bernthal Handles in Washington
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