Ms. Pearce represents businesses in the areas of intellectual property and commercial litigation, from trademark and copyright matters to consumer class actions. She has represented Fortune 500 companies in complex actions involving allegations of copyright violation, breach of contract, fraud, and unfair business practices. She has also defended retailers and financial institutions in class actions alleging violations of statute and federal laws relating to false advertising, unfair competition, pricing practices, and lending disclosures. Ms. Pearce’s litigation experience ranges from pre-suit strategy and advice to post-trial proceedings, with a special focus on appellate issues. She also has significant experience in private domestic and international arbitrations.

Ms. Pearce co-chairs the Bench-Bar Committee of Lawyers Club of San Diego, and is an active member of both the San Diego County Bar Association Appellate Section and the San Diego Appellate Inn of Court. She is a member of Sheppard Mullin’s own Pro Bono Committee and coordinates pro bono training and case placement in the Del Mar office. Ms. Pearce’s pro bono practice focuses on asylum and other immigration matters for victims of persecution, torture, and domestic violence.