Atty. Seth Kugler
Before becoming a part of Grellas Shah LLP in Cupertino, California, Seth built his career at Duane Morris, LLP with tenures in both their New York and San Francisco locations. Being native to Silicon Valley, Seth has been deeply immersed in the dynamic environment of tech companies, startups, and entrepreneurs.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Cupertino, CA
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About Seth Kugler at a Glance
Seth Kugler is a business and litigation attorney based in Cupertino, California, practicing at Grellas Shah Llp. Educated at University of California Berkeley (B.A., 2007) and New York University (J.D., 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Cupertino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Seth Kugler
- Before becoming a part of Grellas Shah LLP in Cupertino, California, Seth built his career at Duane Morris, LLP with tenures in both their New York and San Francisco locations
- Being native to Silicon Valley, Seth has been deeply immersed in the dynamic environment of tech companies, startups, and entrepreneurs
- His approach combines strategic thinking with a wide spectrum of experience, enabling him to address complex issues
- Seth is dedicated to navigating corporate governance disputes that often delve into more intricate matters than simply determining who controls a company or its assets
- Seth handles a variety of issues, including intellectual property and trade secret misappropriation, breach of fiduciary duties, false advertising, contract issues, tortious interference, real estate disputes, defamation, and civil extortion
- Recognized for his work in commercial litigation, Seth is licensed to practice law in California and New York and has represented clients in both state and federal courts across the nation
- His career originated in New York, focusing on SEC and FINRA investigations, conducting internal investigations for corporations and government entities, and dealing with technology-based contract litigation
- Since his return to California in 2015, Seth has widened his practice to encompass a broad range of commercial disputes
Practice Areas Explained
Seth Kugler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Seth Kugler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cupertino.
Business & Corporate Law in Cupertino
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Civil Litigation in Cupertino
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cupertino
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 Cupertino 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.
Cupertino Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cupertino-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 Cupertino Choose Seth Kugler
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 Seth Kugler's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Seth Kugler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cupertino
A Cupertino-based practice means Seth Kugler 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 Seth Kugler Handles in Cupertino
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