Christopher D. Sullivan

Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Professional Liability

Christopher D. Sullivan, the managing partner at Sullivan Blackburn Pratt LLP situated in San Francisco, California, leads his professional endeavors in the intricate realm of civil litigation. His client representation spans across the state and beyond, encompassing a diverse array of complex cases for both plaintiffs and defendants. These cases involve multifaceted legal issues, including business and commercial law, intellectual property, bankruptcy, franchising, real estate transactions, and professional malpractice. He adeptly navigates these matters in both state and federal courts.

Having completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Mr. Sullivan attained his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1985. He pursued further education in law at the University of California Hastings College of Law in San Francisco, where he excelled as the editor-in-chief of the Hastings Law Journal. Graduating magna cum laude in 1990 with a Juris Doctor degree, he achieved Order of the Coif honors in recognition of his outstanding academic accomplishments. Following his legal studies, he honed his skills as a clerk for a distinguished judge at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit before entering private practice. Throughout his career, Mr. Sullivan has represented a wide spectrum of clients, ranging from individuals and small businesses to prominent corporations, including notable names like American Express, 7-Eleven Inc., and American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Mr. Sullivan holds authorization to practice law in California and is admitted before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Central, and Southern Districts of California, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. His expertise is frequently sought after, leading to invitations to speak before professional audiences on topics closely aligned with his practice. He actively engages with various professional associations and serves as a member of the executive committee for the Northern District of California Chapter of the Federal Bar Association.

Recognized for his exemplary legal acumen, Mr. Sullivan earned a place in The Best Lawyers in America and secured a spot on the Daily Journal’s list of Top 100 California Lawyers. He has also contributed as a mediator on the ADR panel of the Northern District of California. Notably, Mr. Sullivan authored the book “Litigating and Judging California Business Entity Governance Disputes” in 2020. This resourceful publication offers comprehensive insights, referencing statutes, legal decisions, and expert perspectives concerning disputes related to California business governance.