Deborah Yates Email & Phone Number

Greater San Diego Area

Greater San Diego Area

Litigating attorney. Advocate for clients facing disputes that either may result or have resulted in litigation. Handle all aspects of litigation, from initial counseling through trial. Fifteen years of litigation experience, including multi-billion dollar international disputes as well as family law matters requiring excellent lawyering.

Managed patent litigation. Focused on inventions by individuals or small companies.

Managed complex litigation matters, including case development, pleadings, document review and production, written discovery, motions practice, mediation support, expert and fact witnesses, mock trials, and trial and appellate briefing. Directly managed relationships with clients. Managed large case teams in all stages of litigation. Lead team member on case that settled for $2.6 billion in clients’ favor midway through trial.

Headed corporate strategy function for NASDAQ-listed online learning company. Worked directly with Chief Executive Officer, Board Chairman, and major investors. Negotiated alliances and acquisitions. Directed outside counsel.

Directed consulting revenues of ~$2 million per year, with a repeat business rate over 90%. Long-term relationships with clients including Intel, Tricon, and Procter and Gamble.

Education record

Graduated first in class.

Mba, Business Management

Graduated with the Highest Distinction and Palmer Scholar designation.

Bachelor’S Degree, Statistics And Economics

Graduated as valedictorian.