Atty. Eric Paul Hanson

Atty. Eric Paul Hanson

Eric Paul Hanson is a lawyer practicing venture capital, business law. Eric received a B.S. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Eric Paul Hanson at a glance

Eric Paul Hanson is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at WilmerHale. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Case Western Reserve University (B.S. Computer, 2001). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Paul Hanson is a lawyer practicing venture capital, business law
  • Eric received a B.S. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Eric practices at WilmerHale in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Paul Hanson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 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 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 Paul Hanson

Where is Eric Paul Hanson's law office located?
Eric Paul Hanson's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is WilmerHale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Paul Hanson handle?
Eric Paul Hanson focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Eric Paul Hanson practiced law?
Eric Paul Hanson has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Eric Paul Hanson go to law school?
Eric Paul Hanson earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S. Computer, 2001).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 2008
B.S. Computer
Case Western Reserve University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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