Atty. Mr Eric Sonnenschein

Atty. Mr Eric Sonnenschein

Mr Eric Sonnenschein is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property litigation, employee benefits & executive compensation and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Washington Washington 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Mr Eric Sonnenschein at a glance

Mr Eric Sonnenschein is a Special Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2001) and District of Columbia (2002). Educated at Yale Law School (JD, 2000) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr Eric Sonnenschein is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property litigation, employee benefits & executive compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Eric practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Mr Eric Sonnenschein's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mr Eric Sonnenschein

Where is Mr Eric Sonnenschein's law office located?
Mr Eric Sonnenschein's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mr Eric Sonnenschein handle?
Mr Eric Sonnenschein focuses on employment, ip, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Mr Eric Sonnenschein practiced law?
Mr Eric Sonnenschein has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Mr Eric Sonnenschein go to law school?
Mr Eric Sonnenschein earned their education at (JD, 2000); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Mr Eric Sonnenschein for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Yale Law School
- 2000
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 2001
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2002

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