Atty. Eric Thomas Sullivan
Eric Thomas Sullivan is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Eric Thomas Sullivan at a Glance
Eric Thomas Sullivan is a copyright, business, ip, and m&a attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1988). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988) and University of California at Berkeley B.S. summa cum laude University of California at Berkeley B.S. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Thomas Sullivan
- Eric Thomas Sullivan is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Eric practices in San Francisco, CA
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Eric Thomas Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Thomas Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Copyright Law in San Francisco
Eric Thomas Sullivan is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric Thomas Sullivan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Eric Thomas Sullivan is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Mergers & Acquisitions in San Francisco
Eric Thomas Sullivan is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose Eric Thomas Sullivan
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 Thomas Sullivan's practice in the field of copyright, business, ip, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Thomas Sullivan brings 38+ 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 California and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Eric Thomas Sullivan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering copyright, business, and ip, Eric Thomas Sullivan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Eric Thomas Sullivan 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 Thomas Sullivan Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Thomas Sullivan has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric Thomas Sullivan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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