Atty. Errling Tao

Atty. Errling Tao

Errling Tao is a lawyer practicing advertising, intellectual property, patent infringement litigation. Errling received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years.

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Advertising & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 16+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Errling Tao at a Glance

Errling Tao is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Kirkland And Ellis Llp. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (2010). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D. Electrical, 2010) and Northwestern University (B.S. Electrical, 2001). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Errling Tao

  • Errling Tao is a lawyer practicing advertising, intellectual property, patent infringement litigation
  • Errling received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2001, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Errling practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Errling Tao's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Errling Tao handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.

Patent Law in Los Angeles

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Intellectual Property in Los Angeles

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Errling Tao

Where is Errling Tao's law office located?
Errling Tao's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Kirkland And Ellis Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Errling Tao handle?
Errling Tao focuses on patent, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Errling Tao practiced law?
Errling Tao has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Errling Tao go to law school?
Errling Tao earned their education at (J.D. Electrical, 2010); (B.S. Electrical, 2001).
How can I contact Errling Tao for a consultation?
You can contact Errling Tao directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Errling Tao

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 Errling Tao's practice in the field of patent, ip, and entertainment.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Errling Tao brings 16+ 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 patent, ip, and entertainment, Errling Tao 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 Errling Tao 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 Errling Tao Handles in Los Angeles

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Errling Tao 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.

Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Errling Tao directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Errling Tao's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D. Electrical
University of California at Los Angeles
- 2010
B.S. Electrical
Northwestern University
- 2001

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2010

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