
Tsan Abrahamson, Copyright Attorney in Berkeley, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Entertainment, and General
PrincipalatCobalt LLP
Berkeley, CA
Practicing copyright in Berkeley since 1996.
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Tsan Abrahamson is a principal based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Tsan has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cobalt LLP.
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- Berkeley, CA
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- over 30 years
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- Copyright · Entertainment · General
- Handles Copyright, Entertainment, and General matters from Berkeley, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tsan Abrahamson: Tsan Abrahamson is a principal based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Tsan has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cobalt LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tsan takes on
Tsan concentrates on copyright, entertainment, general, ip, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tsan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Copyright
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Copyright cases in Berkeley, California
Tsan takes copyright matters in Berkeley, 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 Tsan agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Berkeley, California
Tsan takes entertainment matters in Berkeley, 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 Tsan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Berkeley, California
Tsan takes general matters in Berkeley, 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 Tsan agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Berkeley, California
Tsan takes ip matters in Berkeley, 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 Tsan agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Berkeley, California
Tsan takes trademark matters in Berkeley, 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 Tsan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tsan Abrahamson — copyright lawyer in Berkeley
Tsan Abrahamson is a principal based in Berkeley, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Tsan has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cobalt LLP.
Tsan Abrahamson is a lawyer practicing trademarks, copyrights, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Tsan received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1985, and has been licensed for 30 years. Tsan practices at Cobalt LLP in Berkeley, CA.
Working with Tsan on a copyright matter
Tsan Abrahamson is a lawyer practicing trademarks, copyrights, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Tsan received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1985, and has been licensed for 30 years. Tsan practices at Cobalt LLP in Berkeley, CA.
Who Tsan represents
Tsan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, entertainment, and general matters in Berkeley and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Dartmouth College
A.B. University · 1985
Jurisdictions
Tsan's state bar admissions
New York
2015 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
2010 · ACTIVE
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Tsan studied at A.B. University in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Tsan completed A.B. University in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tsan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Tsan's professional memberships and bar associations
San Francisco Bar Association State Bar of California International Trademark Association American Intellectual Property Law Association American Law Institute, Brand Activation Association
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Locations
Tsan Abrahamson's office in Berkeley
Tsan's primary office is at Building A21, 918 Parker Street, Berkeley, CA, 94710-2226. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tsan Abrahamson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tsan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tsan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tsan'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; Tsan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a copyright attorney in Berkeley, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 Tsan
Tsan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every copyright 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. Tsan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tsan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tsan Abrahamson
How much does it cost to hire Tsan for a copyright case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tsan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tsan offer a free consultation?
Tsan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tsan's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check Tsan's current terms during booking.
How long do copyright cases in California typically take?
Simple copyright 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. Tsan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tsan take my case if I'm outside Berkeley?
Tsan 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 — Tsan 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 Tsan?
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. Tsan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tsan accepting new copyright clients right now?
Tsan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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