Heather Dunn, Entertainment Attorney in San Francisco, California
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP
PartneratDLA Piper LLP
San Francisco, CA
Practicing entertainment in San Francisco since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Heather Dunn is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Heather has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · IP
- Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from San Francisco, CA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Heather Dunn: Heather Dunn is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Heather has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Heather takes on
Heather concentrates on entertainment, general, ip, real estate, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Heather handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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IP
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Real Estate
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Trademark
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Entertainment cases in San Francisco, California
Heather takes entertainment matters in San Francisco, 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 Heather agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Francisco, California
Heather takes general matters in San Francisco, 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 Heather agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Francisco, California
Heather takes ip matters in San Francisco, 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 Heather agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in San Francisco, California
Heather takes real estate matters in San Francisco, 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 Heather agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in San Francisco, California
Heather takes trademark matters in San Francisco, 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 Heather agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Heather Dunn — entertainment lawyer in San Francisco
Heather Dunn is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Heather has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP.
Heather Dunn is a lawyer practicing technology and media, intellectual property, media and new media and 4 other areas of law. Heather received a B.F.A. degree from Rhode Island School of Design, and has been licensed for 26 years. Heather practices at DLA Piper LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location.
Working with Heather on a entertainment matter
Heather Dunn is a lawyer practicing technology and media, intellectual property, media and new media and 4 other areas of law. Heather received a B.F.A. degree from Rhode Island School of Design, and has been licensed for 26 years. Heather practices at DLA Piper LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location.
Clients Heather works with
Heather reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Francisco Law School J.D.
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Rhode Island School of Design B.F.A.
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Jurisdictions
Heather's state bar admissions
Maryland
2010 · ACTIVE
California
2000 · ACTIVE
Heather studied at — in University of San Francisco Law School J.D. and — in Rhode Island School of Design B.F.A..
Law school and academic background
Heather completed — in University of San Francisco Law School J.D. and — in Rhode Island School of Design B.F.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Heather runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Heather's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California Intellectual Property International Trademark Association South Bay Trademark Association California Lawyers for the Arts
Member, Pro Bono Panel · membership
Locations
Heather Dunn's office in San Francisco
Heather's primary office is at 555 Mission St., Ste. 2400, San Francisco, CA, 94105-2933. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Heather Dunn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Heather usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Heather charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Heather'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; Heather will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in San Francisco, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Heather
Heather discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Heather confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Heather's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Heather Dunn
How much does it cost to hire Heather for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Heather walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Heather offer a free consultation?
Heather charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Heather's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Heather's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Heather gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Heather take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Heather 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 — Heather 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 Heather?
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. Heather will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Heather accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Heather's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Heather handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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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