Atty. Gary S. Fergus

Atty. Gary S. Fergus

My experience includes more than 125 weeks of trial in complex high-value cases in federal and state courts and regulatory administrative trials throughout the United States. In 2001, I opened my own practice to help clients resolve complex disputes and to address fundamental civil wrongs.

San Francisco San Francisco 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary S. Fergus at a glance

Gary S. Fergus is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Fergus, A Law Office. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, copyright, real estate, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1979) and California District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh and Ninth Circuits U.S. Suprem (1981). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1979) and Stanford University (A.B. Economics, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California State Bar of Wisconsin American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • My experience includes more than 125 weeks of trial in complex high-value cases in federal and state courts and regulatory administrative trials throughout the United States
  • In 2001, I opened my own practice to help clients resolve complex disputes and to address fundamental civil wrongs
  • Based near Silicon Valley, I have handled intellectual property matters in different high-tech sectors including telecommunications, wireless technology, security systems industry, and computer software
  • Big Firm Experience Before founding Fergus, A Law Office, at the end of 2001, I practiced for 22 years as a trial lawyer in one of the top 30 national law firms, Brobeck, Phleger & Harrison, LLP. I was one of that firm's senior trial partners and managed their largest litigation group while maintaining an active trial practice in bet-the-company cases
  • Small Firm Attention Because I am a sole practitioner, all my clients get the benefit of my 29 years of experience, my attention to their problem and prompt responsive communications
  • Since opening my San Francisco office, I have represented plaintiffs and defendants at trial or in settlements that resolved complex litigation including intellectual property matters

Practice Areas Explained

Gary S. Fergus's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Copyright Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

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

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Trade Secrets

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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 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 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 Gary S. Fergus

Where is Gary S. Fergus's law office located?
Gary S. Fergus's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Fergus, A Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary S. Fergus handle?
Gary S. Fergus focuses on contracts, copyright, real estate, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gary S. Fergus practiced law?
Gary S. Fergus has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Gary S. Fergus go to law school?
Gary S. Fergus earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B. Economics, 1976).
How can I contact Gary S. Fergus for a consultation?
You can contact Gary S. Fergus 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.
What awards or recognition has Gary S. Fergus received?
Gary S. Fergus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1979
A.B. Economics
Stanford University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1979
California District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Seventh and Ninth Circuits U.S. Suprem
Admitted: 1981

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