Atty. Seth Michael Gerber
Seth Michael Gerber is a lawyer practicing intellectual property disputes, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 12 other areas of law. Seth received a degree from Trinity College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 27+ Years Experience
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About Seth Michael Gerber at a Glance
Seth Michael Gerber is a Partner based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circui (1999). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1999) and Trinity College (Bachelor, 1994). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Seth Michael Gerber
- Seth Michael Gerber is a lawyer practicing intellectual property disputes, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 12 other areas of law
- Seth received a degree from Trinity College in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Seth practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Seth Michael Gerber's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Seth Michael Gerber handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Contracts in Santa Monica
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Employment Law in Santa Monica
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Seth Michael Gerber is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Seth Michael Gerber is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Santa Monica
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Seth Michael Gerber is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Santa Monica
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Seth Michael Gerber is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-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 Santa Monica Choose Seth Michael Gerber
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 Michael Gerber's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Seth Michael Gerber brings 27+ 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 contracts, employment, and business, Seth Michael Gerber can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Seth Michael Gerber 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 Seth Michael Gerber Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Seth Michael Gerber 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Seth Michael Gerber directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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