Biography

Eric Morton is an attorney with more than 20 years experience.  He has practiced business law and intellectual property law in north San Diego County since 1994.  Eric previously worked on business law matters and litigation with Orange County firms before settling in the San Diego area.  A sole practitioner, Eric enjoys talking to business owners and helping them plan for the future.  His approach is to ask questions, listen, and anticipate possible sources of future conflict.  Through looking broadly at the expectations and personalities of business partners, he has helped many clients avoid disputes and achieve their business goals.  When disputes occur, he has helped many other clients mitigate their losses.

As a political science student at the University of Arizona, Eric was accepted into an officer’s candidate program of the United States Marine Corps.  After graduation, he earned his wings and flew CH-46 helicopters with the Third Marine Aircraft Wing.  While stationed at MCAS Tustin, the then Captain Morton started law school at Western State University.  He graduated in the top 10% of his class at Western State and began practicing law in 1988.

Eric was a volunteer advisor for the San Diego Small Business Development Center.  He is also a Past President of the Encinitas chapter of LeTip International, a networking group of professionals and small business owners with chapters across the country.  He belongs to the Bar Association of North San Diego County, and the Intellectual Property and Business Law section of the California State Bar.

When he’s not at work, Eric works out, plays Advanced Squad Leader, listens to jazz, and pursues a passion for history.  He lives in Carlsbad with his wife, Kellie Delaney.