Atty. Erica Speights

Atty. Erica Speights

Erica Speights is a lawyer practicing litigation & dispute resolution, international arbitration, corporate & incorporation and 3 other areas of law. Erica received a degree from New York University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Erica Speights at a glance

Erica Speights is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Mayer Brown LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on formation, tax, class action, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (2012) and Washington (2024). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2012) and New York University (BA New, 2008). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Erica Speights is a lawyer practicing litigation & dispute resolution, international arbitration, corporate & incorporation and 3 other areas of law
  • Erica received a degree from New York University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Erica practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Erica Speights's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Tax Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative 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 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 Erica Speights

Where is Erica Speights's law office located?
Erica Speights's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Mayer Brown LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erica Speights handle?
Erica Speights focuses on formation, tax, class action, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Erica Speights practiced law?
Erica Speights has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Erica Speights go to law school?
Erica Speights earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (BA New, 2008).
How can I contact Erica Speights for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 2012
BA New
New York University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012
Washington
Admitted: 2024

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