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John David Williams
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Biography
Serving clients needs one case at a time for over 30 years in the areas of Litigation, Personal Injury, Auto Accidents, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, Estate Administration and Probate.
Mr. Williams has been Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated Legal Ability High to Very High and General Recommendation Rating Very High since 1992.
We have a Better Business Bureau A+ Rating.
We serve clients throughout California, in Los Angeles County and Ventura County.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in California for 45 years
State: California
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices John D. Williams
2945 Townsgate Road., Suite 200, Westlake Village, CA, 91361-5749
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John David Williams's Reviews
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Posted by Kathy | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Patient and Thorough Trust Attorney
We found John via our employer's MetLaw benefit and a check of website AVVO where he got high marks. John was very patient and responsive to our questions regarding Trust documents. We took a long time making our Trust asset and beneficiary decisions and he did not rush us to finalize them. I woul...
Posted by Steve Shane | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Thank you John for your great knowledgable help
John is a great auto accident attorney. John helped me settle a rear end collision claim where the other party that hit me was missing in action. He knew what, when, where and how to get it done. Without John I would have lost all my rights to settle the claim.
Posted by Edie | June 28, 2015 | Probate
good lawyer
John has been very helpful with settling my brother's probate. Although it's not a complicated estate, it's time consuming and confusing, and I could not have done it without his help.
Posted by Bruce | March 30, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent and Professsional Attorney!
One of the best lawyers in Southern California! John has always handled my legal problems with great success. John has saved me so much money over the 20 years that he has represented me and my wife. I highly recommend John for your legal needs. You will be completely satisfied with the services, his...
Posted by Peter | March 02, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney and Excellent Representation!
Well informed, great feedback communication and above all not only a great listener but will act on your behalf if it has merit. I would recommend him for any legal proceeding. Very honest with a good temperament and the utmost in professionalism. I can say this because opposing counsel lost his cool...
John David Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a very experienced civil litigation, personal injury, and estate planning attorney. His knowledge and experience in his practice areas are first rate and his strong commitment to the interests of his clients reflect his high professionalism. I recommend John's services to anyone looking for high quality representation."
"I endorse this lawyer with the highest recommendation. John is both an excellent advocate and counselor. He always manages to stay current on the law in some pretty difficult areas, and is a fierce advocate in the most difficult cases. John is always prepared, and is also just a really honest top level professional."
"This will commend for endorsement Attorney John Williams. I have known Mr. Williams for many years and appreciate his professional ability, effectiveness of advocacy and carrying out the objectives of his clients. I am also impressed with his professionalism and reputation in the legal community."
"I can endorse John Williams without reservation. He is a thorough and compassionate advocate for his clients. His presence here on Avvo also elevates the level of the site, and of the quality of responses here."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. He is a top notch attorney and highly experienced in his field of expertise. His knowledge and professionalism put him far and above his competitors, his ethics are unquestionable and I would recommend his services to anyone at any time."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a very conscientious and knowledgeable lawyer and I have recommended him to several of my clients on several occasions. All of them have been very pleased."
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Experience
Honors
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A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
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Legal Ability High-Very High & General Recommendation Very High, Martindale-Hubbell
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California State Bar Pro Bono Award, California State Bar
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Juvenile Dependency Tort Panel Attorney, Los Angeles Superior Court
1998 - 1999
Judge Pro Tem, Ventura County Superior Court
1986 - 1998
Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles Superior Court
1983 - 1997
Senior Citizen Legal Program, San Fernando Valley Bar Association
1981 - 1982
Corporations Counsel, California Department of Corporations
1980 - 1981
Attorney, Hartman, Hosp, Richard & Schlegel
1977 - 1977
Judicial Law Clerk, Los Angeles Superior Court
Associations
1994 - Present
Ventura County Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association
Member
1983 - 1997
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
1983 - 1997
Senior Citizen Legal Program - SFVBAMember
Education
1979
Southwestern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
University of California - Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2012
Martindale-Hubbell publication
Insurance companies ripping off injuried parties with medical insurance!
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
How to Avoid Probate
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
What to do After an Accident
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
Vehicle Accidents Q&A
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
Deadline for Filing a Claim
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
Estate Tax Planning
2009
Martindale-Hubbell publication
Why Plan Your Estate?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Legal Resource Links
05 Jan 2011
Legal Guide
Avoiding Probate
05 Jan 2011
Legal Guide
Planning for Medical Care
05 Jan 2011