Bruce Williams

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Bruce Williams

also known as C. Bruce Williams

4.9
36 reviews
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Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salem, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Wills & Living Wills

1376 East State Street, Salem, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

About Bruce

Biography

"STRAIGHT SHOOTER" is what is most often heard. Upfront and honest with Clients and a Highest Ethical Rating* with decades of success in and out of the courtroom with Juries, courts and problems. *Martindale-Hubbell

The outcome of your case will affect the rest of your life. I offer experienced, honest hard work and experience as a trial lawyer and jury lawyer.

Successfully negotiating with insurance is a skill. I teach the class. (NBI seminars.)

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

43 years

50%
Personal Injury 30%

43 years

30%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

43 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2015
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 42 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney C. Bruce Williams

1376 East State Street, Salem, OH, 44460-2327

Online Presence

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Bruce Williams's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Terri Snyder | September 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellence at its Best!

I had the pleasure of meeting Bruce Williams during the time he was serving my daughter during her divorce. His professionalism and 'care for his client' was nothing less than unwavering. I would recommend him for anyone looking to win a family case. He has the answers and delivers respectfully in an...d out of the courtroom. Thank you Bruce for taking good care of her, myself, and being an amazing friend to us all! -Terri S.

Posted by Thomas | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome Attorney and even a better person.

I have hired Bruce as my Attorney for a divorce ii am going through. I am able and 47 years of age. I felt like before I went to see Bruce that my life was about to change for the worse (my kids are my world) and I would only get to see my kids on a visiting basis. After my first meeting with Bruce h...e assured me that we are going for full custody. At worst shared custody. He made me feel better about my choice and gave me confidence in my case.

Posted by Susan | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional, and Caring Attorney.

I have used Bruce over the years for wills, divorce, car accident, and a consultation over an issue with a house purchase. At all times, Bruce has been a very professional and decent attorney. I will continue to use his services if and when they are needed. He's excellent!

Posted by Adrianne | November 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Client Commitment Leads to Victory

In late 2008, I hired Mr. Bruce Williams to represent me in a Divorce/Custody motion in Salem, Ohio. He was consistant in updating me with the progress step-by-step and is extremely aggressive in the court room. Not only did he deliver the results I was aiming for, but he went above and beyond to e...nsure my children and I were taken care of. Mr. Williams delivers well beyond a clients expectations. He his very honest with his clients and has no fear against his contenders. If I had to choose an attorney to represent me in his area of expertise, I would feel extremely privileged and honored to re-hire Mr. Williams again.

Posted by Judi | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very fine Attorney

I hired Mr. Williams for the first time back in late 1999, early 2000. He helped me with my divorce, and when my Daughter found herself in a bit of a jam on her 18th birthday. And have gone to him for advice over the years. Mr. Williams is a great Attorney, and makes you feel at ease when you go to ...him for help. Very professional. His whole office staff is like him. Profesional but yet comforting. Thank you Mr. Williams and company. I have, and will continue to recommend him to anyone that asks for an Attorney.

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Bruce Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alvin Mathews

Litigation lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bruce Williams is honest, knowledgeable and hard-working. He puts his client first. I highly recommend him!"

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Thaddeus Wexler

General practice lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Solmen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bruce is a seasoned attorney with a passion for his practice. Also very personable, he is the go-to guy with courteous, knowledgeable and helpful employees."

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Thaddeus Wexler

General practice lawyer

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Daniel Solmen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rue Ratings, Best Attorneys in America

2011

Sustaining Life Fellow, Ohio State Bar Foundation

1998

Multi Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Supervising Partner, Williams & Associates Co., LPA

Associations

2011 - Present

Ohio State Bar Foundation

Sustaining Life Fellow

1983 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association, Litigation Section

Executive Committee

1983 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

committee member

1983 - Present

Ohio Association for Justice

litigation committee

1983 - Present

Columbiana County Bar Association

Executive Committee

1983 - Present

Mahoning County Bar Association

Senior Member / Chairman various committees

Sample of Legal Cases

Tomchik v. Stone etal

Successfully negotiated a settlement prior to court of $350,000.00

In Re: Family of Mr. N. C.

Resolved with a $3,000,000.00 settlement before filing suit.

G. G. v. Buzzard

Judgment of $5,500,000,000.00 in court.

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Education

1983

University of Akron

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Kent State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

CLE Seminar

Civil Litigation on Injury Cases

Publications

2017

National Business Institute Seminar Negotiation and Mediation with Insurance Companies on Injury Cases

1983

Akron Law Review Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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