
Christopher Keith Eppich, IP Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Litigation, and Patent
PartneratCovington & Burling LLP
San Diego, CA
Practicing ip in San Diego since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Christopher Keith Eppich is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Patent. Christopher has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Covington & Burling LLP.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- IP · Litigation · Patent
- Handles IP, Litigation, and Patent matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Christopher Keith Eppich: Christopher Keith Eppich is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Patent. Christopher has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Covington & Burling LLP.
Areas of practice
Christopher's practice areas in San Diego
Christopher concentrates on ip, litigation, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christopher handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in San Diego, California
Christopher takes ip matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Christopher takes litigation matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in San Diego, California
Christopher takes patent matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christopher agrees to represent you.
Biography
Christopher Keith Eppich, ip attorney serving San Diego
Christopher Keith Eppich is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Patent. Christopher has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Covington & Burling LLP. Christopher works from San Diego, California and takes on ip matters across the region.
Christopher Keith Eppich is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, patent litigation and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Christopher practices at Covington & Burling LLP in San Diego, CA.
Working with Christopher on a ip matter
Christopher Keith Eppich is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, patent litigation and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years. Christopher practices at Covington & Burling LLP in San Diego, CA.
Who Christopher represents
Christopher reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, litigation, and patent matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Christopher studied and practices
Santa Clara University School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Brigham Young University
B.S. Chemical · 2000
Jurisdictions
Christopher's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. Patent an
2011 · ACTIVE
California
2003 · ACTIVE
Christopher studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. Chemical in Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Christopher completed J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.S. Chemical in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christopher runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Christopher Keith Eppich's office in San Diego
Christopher's primary office is at 9191 Towne Centre Drive, 6th Floor, San Diego, CA, 92122-1225. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Covington & Burling LLP
9191 Towne Centre Drive, 6th Floor
San Diego, CA 92122-1225
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How to hire Christopher Keith Eppich — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christopher usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christopher charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Christopher will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Christopher
Christopher discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Christopher confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christopher's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christopher Keith Eppich
How much does it cost to hire Christopher for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christopher walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christopher offer a free consultation?
Christopher charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christopher's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Christopher's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Christopher gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christopher take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Christopher is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Christopher will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Christopher?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Christopher will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christopher accepting new ip clients right now?
Christopher's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Christopher handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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