Eric Norton
Business & Trademark Attorney
California
CA
"Great experience working with Eric - clear, timely, efficient."
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"Worked with Eric a few times now and he's been incredible. Fast, spot on, and smart. Wouldn't hesitate for a second to recommend him."
"Eric assisted with LLC formation and he was great to work with! Very patient and thorough with superb communication/follow-up skills. He explained everything and answered all questions I had. I'm uneasy when it comes to legal/tax matters but he made me feel at ease. I'm definitely going to continue working with him for my business' legal needs."
"Excellent work! Great insight and knowledgeable on IP Law. Thank you!"
"Eric was extremely helpful and very quick with delivery his opinion on our Trademark. We had a couple calls to get situated, he walked me over the process and let me know everything that he would be doing. No joke, like 2 days later all the work was complete. The quality was high! We'll be going back to Eric for any future work."
"Eric was very helpful and provided very insightful strategic advice on my trademark application. He was also very patient and explained the dynamics of trademark application in a very detailed manner"
"Eric was very professional and yet quite personable and easy to talk to. He answered all our questions thoroughly and in a timely manner. I'd happily recommend him."
Work History
The Law Office of Eric Norton
Attorney and Counselor at Law
Mar 2014 - Present
The Law Office of Eric Norton was founded with the idea we could create a boutique law firm dedicated to the entrepreneurs of the world. It is a full-service, primarily flat fee, firm focused on small business owners and internet start-ups—people who took that leap to start out and do their own thing.
Norton, Petersen & Furumoto LLP
Founding Partner
Apr 2012 - Dec 2013
Focused on business, real estate, and intellectual property law as a founding partner of the law firm.
Chapman University School of Law
Graduate Research Assistant
Aug 2011 - Oct 2011
Conducted research and drafted memos relating to multiple future law review articles. Assisted professor in researching for an upcoming textbook on California Constitutional Law.
California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division Three
Legal Research Assistant / Judicial Extern
Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
Prepared draft opinions to be presented to Justice for approval. Researched and wrote memoranda detailing relevant law and factual background on a variety of topics. Reviewed and cite-checked opinions written by staff research attorneys.
Contented Niche
Owner / Copywriter
Sep 2006 - Aug 2010
Specialized in writing marketing literature and other forms of persuasive writing. Produced hundreds of documents designed to promote unique products and services. Developed proficiency explaining complex procedures to people from varying backgrounds.
Private Content
Freelance Copywriter
Feb 2006 - Jul 2008
Drafted marketing materials, product reviews, and technical documentation. Adhered to strict deadlines for projects of various lengths. Edited numerous projects submitted by other authors. Assisted fledgling startups utilize new media marketing channels.
UCLA
Atherosclerosis Researcher
Mar 2004 - Jul 2005
Collected and organized extensive data compilations. Trained incoming staff on maintaining databases and utilizing research techniques. Certified for safe handling of laboratory animals.