Atty. Eric P. Early

Atty. Eric P. Early

Eric P. Early, the firm’s Managing Partner, is regularly involved in complex litigation matters, primarily focusing on a range of business, constitutional, real estate, title and entertainment related litigation.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 33 Years Experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric P. Early at a glance

Eric P. Early is a Managing Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Early Sullivan Wright Gizer Mcrae Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric (1993). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and New York University Film School (B.F.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California General Bar of the Northern District of Illinois. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Eric P. Early, the firm’s Managing Partner, is regularly involved in complex litigation matters, primarily focusing on a range of business, constitutional, real estate, title and entertainment related litigation
  • Before starting Early Sullivan Wright Gizer & McRae LLP with several of his partners, Eric had been a business litigation partner for ten years at Glaser Weil LLP, formerly the Christensen Miller firm, in Los Angeles
  • Eric’s wealth of litigation and trial experience includes trials and complex arbitrations and mediations in California, Illinois, New York, Nevada, Delaware, Colorado, Arizona and Florida

Practice Areas Explained

Eric P. Early's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Los Angeles 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric P. Early

Where is Eric P. Early's law office located?
Eric P. Early's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Early Sullivan Wright Gizer Mcrae Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric P. Early handle?
Eric P. Early focuses on business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric P. Early practiced law?
Eric P. Early has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Eric P. Early go to law school?
Eric P. Early earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.F.A., 1981).
How can I contact Eric P. Early for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Eric P. Early received?
Eric P. Early's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1993
B.F.A.
New York University Film School
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric
Admitted: 1993

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