Floyd Eric Saunders, IP Attorney in Cupertino, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Tax, and Trusts
Cupertino, CA
Practicing ip in Cupertino since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Floyd Eric Saunders is an attorney based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Tax, and Trusts. Floyd has over 47 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Cupertino, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- IP · Tax · Trusts
- Handles IP, Tax, and Trusts matters from Cupertino, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Floyd Eric Saunders: Floyd Eric Saunders is an attorney based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Tax, and Trusts. Floyd has over 47 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Floyd takes on
Floyd concentrates on ip, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Floyd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Cupertino, California
Floyd takes ip matters in Cupertino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Cupertino, California
Floyd takes tax matters in Cupertino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Cupertino, California
Floyd takes trusts matters in Cupertino, 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 Floyd agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Floyd Eric Saunders — ip lawyer in Cupertino
Floyd Eric Saunders is an attorney based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Tax, and Trusts. Floyd has over 47 years of legal experience.
Floyd Eric Saunders is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trusts & estates, taxation. Floyd received a degree from UC Hastings COL, and has been licensed for 47 years. Floyd practices in Cupertino, CA.
Working with Floyd on a ip matter
Floyd Eric Saunders is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trusts & estates, taxation. Floyd received a degree from UC Hastings COL, and has been licensed for 47 years. Floyd practices in Cupertino, CA.
Clients Floyd works with
Floyd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, tax, and trusts matters in Cupertino and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California, Hastings College of the Law law
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UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA California St Univ Sacramento CA
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Jurisdictions
Floyd's state bar admissions
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Floyd studied at — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law law and — in UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA California St Univ Sacramento CA.
Law school and academic background
Floyd completed — in University of California, Hastings College of the Law law and — in UC Hastings COL San Francisco CA California St Univ Sacramento CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Floyd runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Floyd Eric Saunders's office in Cupertino
Floyd's primary office is at 20883 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA, 95014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Floyd Eric Saunders — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Floyd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Floyd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd'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; Floyd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Cupertino, 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 Floyd
Floyd 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. Floyd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Floyd'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 Floyd Eric Saunders
How much does it cost to hire Floyd for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Floyd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Floyd offer a free consultation?
Floyd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Floyd's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Floyd'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. Floyd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Floyd take my case if I'm outside Cupertino?
Floyd 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 — Floyd 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 Floyd?
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. Floyd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Floyd accepting new ip clients right now?
Floyd'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 Cupertino, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Floyd handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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