Atty. Eric William May
Eric William May is a lawyer practicing entertainment and media, entertainment & media, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Entertainment & Media & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 17+ Years Experience
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About Eric William May at a Glance
Eric William May is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Kelly Drye White O Connor. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, employment, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2009). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2009) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A. Honors, 2006). Active member of State Bar of California Bar Association of Los Angeles. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric William May
- Eric William May is a lawyer practicing entertainment and media, entertainment & media, litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Eric practices at Kelly Drye / White O'Connor in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Eric William May's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric William May handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Trademark Law in Los Angeles
Eric William May is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in California →
Copyright Law in Los Angeles
Eric William May is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric William May is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Eric William May is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Eric William May is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Eric William May
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 William May's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, employment, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric William May brings 17+ 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 trademark, copyright, and employment, Eric William May can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Eric William May 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 William May Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric William May 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 William May directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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