Sally M. Abel, Entertainment Attorney in Mountain View, California
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and International · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Intellectual Property Group; Chair, Trademark GroupatFenwick & West LLP
Mountain View, CA
Practicing entertainment in Mountain View since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Sally M. Abel is an intellectual property group; chair, trademark group based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and International. Sally has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fenwick & West LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Mountain View, CA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · International
- Handles Entertainment, General, and International matters from Mountain View, CA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Sally M. Abel: Sally M. Abel is an intellectual property group; chair, trademark group based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and International. Sally has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fenwick & West LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Sally's practice areas in Mountain View
Sally concentrates on entertainment, general, international, internet, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sally handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Trademark
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Entertainment cases in Mountain View, California
Sally takes entertainment matters in Mountain View, 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 Sally agrees to represent you.
General cases in Mountain View, California
Sally takes general matters in Mountain View, 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 Sally agrees to represent you.
International cases in Mountain View, California
Sally takes international matters in Mountain View, 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 Sally agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Mountain View, California
Sally takes internet matters in Mountain View, 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 Sally agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Mountain View, California
Sally takes litigation matters in Mountain View, 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 Sally agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sally M. Abel, entertainment attorney serving Mountain View
Sally M. Abel is an intellectual property group; chair, trademark group based in Mountain View, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and International. Sally has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fenwick & West LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Sally works from Mountain View, California and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Ms. Sally M. Abel is a lawyer practicing international trademarks, trade dress, false advertising and 3 other areas of law. Sally received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Sally practices at Fenwick & West LLP in Mountain View, CA.
Working with Sally on a entertainment matter
Ms. Sally M. Abel is a lawyer practicing international trademarks, trade dress, false advertising and 3 other areas of law. Sally received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Sally practices at Fenwick & West LLP in Mountain View, CA.
Who Sally represents
Sally reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and international matters in Mountain View and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sally studied and practices
University of California at Los Angeles
J.D. · 1984
University of California at Davis
B.A. History · 1977
Jurisdictions
Sally's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
California
1984 · ACTIVE
Sally studied at J.D. in University of California at Los Angeles and B.A. History in University of California at Davis.
Law school and academic background
Sally completed J.D. in University of California at Los Angeles and B.A. History in University of California at Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sally runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Sally's legal honors and published work
Sally has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Sally M. Abel's office in Mountain View
Sally's primary office is at Silicon Valley Ctr., 801 California St., Mountain View, CA, 94041. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fenwick & West LLP
Silicon Valley Ctr., 801 California St.
Mountain View, CA 94041
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Client reviews of Sally M. Abel — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Sally. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in Mountain View.
4.4
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How to hire Sally M. Abel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sally usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sally charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sally'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; Sally will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Mountain View, 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 Sally
Sally 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. Sally confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sally'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 Sally M. Abel
How much does it cost to hire Sally for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sally walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sally offer a free consultation?
Sally charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sally's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Sally'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. Sally gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sally take my case if I'm outside Mountain View?
Sally 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 — Sally 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 Sally?
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. Sally will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sally accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Sally'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 Mountain View, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Sally handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Mountain View1,196 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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
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