Erica Judith Pascal, ADR Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, IP, and Patent
AssociateatDLA Piper LLP (US)
San Diego, CA
Practicing adr in San Diego since 2007.
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Erica Judith Pascal is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, IP, and Patent. Erica has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- ADR · IP · Patent
- Handles ADR, IP, and Patent matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Erica Judith Pascal: Erica Judith Pascal is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, IP, and Patent. Erica has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erica takes on
Erica concentrates on adr, ip, patent, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erica handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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IP
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Patent
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ADR cases in San Diego, California
Erica takes adr 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 Erica agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Diego, California
Erica 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 Erica agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in San Diego, California
Erica 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 Erica agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in San Diego, California
Erica takes real estate 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 Erica agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erica Judith Pascal — adr lawyer in San Diego
Erica Judith Pascal is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, IP, and Patent. Erica has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Erica Judith Pascal is a lawyer practicing litigation and arbitration, patent litigation, intellectual property law. Erica received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1987, and has been licensed for 19 years. Erica practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Working with Erica on a adr matter
Erica Judith Pascal is a lawyer practicing litigation and arbitration, patent litigation, intellectual property law. Erica received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1987, and has been licensed for 19 years. Erica practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Clients Erica works with
Erica reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, ip, and patent matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
California Western School of Law
J.D. · 2007
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
B.S. Biology · 1987
Jurisdictions
Erica's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2007 · ACTIVE
Erica studied at J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.S. Biology in Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Law school and academic background
Erica completed J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.S. Biology in Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erica runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Erica Judith Pascal's office in San Diego
Erica's primary office is at 401 B St., Ste. 1700, San Diego, CA, 92101-4297. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Erica Judith Pascal — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erica usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erica charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erica'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; Erica will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Erica
Erica discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Erica confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erica's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erica Judith Pascal
How much does it cost to hire Erica for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erica walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erica offer a free consultation?
Erica charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erica's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Erica's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Erica gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erica take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Erica 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 — Erica 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 Erica?
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. Erica will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erica accepting new adr clients right now?
Erica's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Erica handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr 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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