Elizabeth Pipkin

Elizabeth Pipkin: Leading Trial Lawyer Specializing in Technology and Business Disputes

Elizabeth Pipkin is a nationally recognized trial lawyer and legal strategist with a proven track record of success in complex litigation. Recognized as one of California’s top trial lawyers, Elizabeth dedicates her practice to technology, trade secrets, business disputes, and civil rights, consistently delivering exceptional results for her clients. She is also deeply committed to the strategic management of her firm, ensuring a seamless and effective legal experience for every client. Elizabeth brings a courtroom veteran’s perspective – keen strategic thinking – to every stage of litigation, meticulously analyzing facts, anticipating challenges, and developing innovative solutions.

More than just a litigator, Elizabeth’s expertise extends to sensitive investigations and proactive risk management, providing invaluable counsel to clients navigating complex legal landscapes. Her clients consistently praise her ability to communicate clearly and concisely, coupled with a remarkable capacity to solve challenging problems. Elizabeth’s reputation precedes her; clients often describe her as “an excellent trial lawyer” who “communicates well” and possesses a “strong ability” to dissect intricate legal issues and formulate decisive strategies.

Elizabeth’s distinguished career is underscored by her extensive media presence and thought leadership. She has been quoted in prominent publications including *The New York Times*, *Wired Magazine*, *The San Francisco Chronicle*, *The San Jose Mercury News*, *The Los Angeles Times*, and *Techdirt*, and has appeared as a legal commentator on broadcast outlets such as KQED, NBC Bay Area, and Al Jazeera America. Furthermore, she has lectured at esteemed institutions including Stanford Law School, the SMU Dedman School of Law, and the Practising Law Institute, demonstrating her commitment to sharing knowledge and shaping the future of legal practice.

Elizabeth’s leadership extends beyond the courtroom. She currently serves as president of the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley’s board of directors and recently co-chaired the Northern District of California lawyer representatives committee, actively contributing to the advancement of the legal profession. This commitment to service is further evidenced by her ongoing involvement in various bar association initiatives and awards, including the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Pro Bono Award and the Asian Pacific Bar Association of Silicon Valley’s Beacon Award for Diversity.

Practice Areas

Elizabeth Pipkin specializes in a broad range of litigation matters, including:

• Commercial Litigation: Providing expert legal counsel and aggressive representation in disputes involving contracts, intellectual property, business agreements, and other commercial matters.
• Technology Litigation: Navigating the complexities of technology-related disputes, including trade secrets, intellectual property infringement, and disputes involving software, hardware, and digital assets.
• Trade Secret Litigation: Protecting client’s valuable trade secrets and confidential information through robust litigation strategies.
• Business Disputes: Resolving complex business conflicts, including shareholder disputes, partnership disputes, and disputes involving corporate governance.
• Civil Rights Litigation: Championing the rights of individuals affected by civil rights violations, ensuring justice and accountability.

Awards & Recognition

• Best Attorney USA (Recognized since 2024)
• Leading Commercial Litigators 2024 (Daily Journal)
• Top 100 Lawyers (Daily Journal, 2014, 2015, 2023)
• Top Women Lawyers (Daily Journal, 2015, 2020, 2023)
• California Lawyer Attorney of the Year (CLAY) Award (Civil Rights, 2015)
• The Best Lawyers in America® (Commercial Litigation, 2024)
• Northern California Super Lawyers (2018-2023)
• Silicon Valley “Women of Influence” (2015)
• National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers (Northern California)
• National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Pro Bono Award (2015)
• Asian Pacific Bar Association of Silicon Valley’s Beacon Award for Diversity (2015)
• Profiled in Winning: Successful Attorneys and Their Strategies, National Law Journal (2014)
• Honored by the naming of the “Elizabeth Pipkin Public Interest Law Fellowship” at the University of Texas School of Law, Sponsored by Bill and Stephanie Whitehurst (2014)
• Top “40 under 40” Silicon Valley executives, Silicon Valley Business Journal (2013)
• Tribute to Women Award, YWCA of Silicon Valley (2011)
• Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America (limited to top one-half of one (1) percent of trial lawyers)

Affiliations

• Law Foundation of Silicon Valley (President)
• Northern District of California Lawyer Representatives Committee (Co-Chair)

Education

• Bar Admissions: California (active), U.S. District Court – Northern District of California

Contact

Elizabeth Pipkin is located in San Jose, California and serves clients throughout the United States. She is committed to providing strategic legal counsel and unwavering advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes for her clients.