Atty. Michael Eric Chase
Michael Eric Chase is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from State University of New York School of Law, Buffalo NY, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Michael Eric Chase at a Glance
Michael Eric Chase is a Shareholder based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Boutin Jones Inc.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1998) and California (2001). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo J.D. (—) and State University of New York School of Law, Buffalo NY University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA Cornell University B.A. (—). Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association. Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Eric Chase
- Michael Eric Chase is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from State University of New York School of Law, Buffalo NY, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Michael practices at Boutin Jones Inc. in Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Eric Chase's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Eric Chase handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.
Business & Corporate Law in Sacramento
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Sacramento
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Eric Chase is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Sacramento
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Sacramento
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento
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 Sacramento 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.
Sacramento Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sacramento-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 Sacramento Choose Michael Eric Chase
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 Michael Eric Chase's practice in the field of business, ip, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Eric Chase brings 28+ 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 New York and California, Michael Eric Chase can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and litigation, Michael Eric Chase can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sacramento
A Sacramento-based practice means Michael Eric Chase attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Eric Chase Handles in Sacramento
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Eric Chase directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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