Meet Our Team

Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience and unwavering dedication to every case, ensuring your interests are protected with integrity and excellence.

Michael Sterling
SENIOR PARTNER

Michael Sterling

With over 30 years of experience in corporate law and mergers & acquisitions, Michael Sterling founded Sterling & Associates with a vision to provide unparalleled legal representation rooted in integrity and excellence. His strategic approach has helped Fortune 500 companies navigate complex transactions worth billions of dollars.

Michael holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School and has been recognized as one of the nation's top corporate attorneys by Legal 500 for ten consecutive years. He specializes in corporate governance, securities law, and high-stakes business litigation.

30+

Years Experience

$5B+

Deals Closed

98%

Success Rate

Sarah Reynolds
MANAGING PARTNER

Sarah Reynolds

Sarah Reynolds leads our civil litigation practice with 25 years of courtroom experience. Known for her fierce advocacy and meticulous trial preparation, Sarah has secured landmark victories in complex commercial disputes, product liability cases, and class action lawsuits.

A graduate of Yale Law School, Sarah clerked for a federal appellate judge before joining private practice. She has been named Trial Lawyer of the Year by the American Bar Association and regularly lectures at law schools across the country on advanced litigation strategies.

25+

Years Experience

200+

Cases Won

$500M+

Recovered

David Chen
PARTNER

David Chen

David Chen brings 20 years of expertise in intellectual property law and technology transactions. His deep understanding of both legal and technical aspects makes him invaluable to clients navigating patent disputes, licensing agreements, and tech startup formations.

Before joining Sterling & Associates, David worked as in-house counsel for a leading Silicon Valley tech company. He holds a J.D. from Stanford Law School and a degree in Computer Science from MIT. His unique background enables him to translate complex technical issues into winning legal strategies.

20+

Years Experience

150+

Patents Secured

100+

Startups Advised

Emily Watson
ASSOCIATE PARTNER

Emily Watson

Emily Watson leads our family law practice with compassion and tenacity. With 15 years of experience, she has helped countless families navigate divorce, custody disputes, and estate planning with sensitivity and strategic excellence.

Emily earned her J.D. from Columbia Law School and is certified as a family law specialist by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification. She is known for her collaborative approach and her ability to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing emotional and financial strain on families.

15+

Years Experience

500+

Families Helped

95%

Client Satisfaction

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