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J Craig Williams
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Biography
J. Craig Williams, the founding partner of the firm’s Orange County, California office, focuses his practice in the areas of complex business litigation with emphasis on environmental, intellectual property, real estate, technology law and labor matters, and their respective insurance coverage and related tort issues. Mr. Williams also handles white-collar criminal matters in both securities and environmental areas and practices in admiralty and tax courts. He is a Top-rated Criminal Defense Lawyer - White Collar Crime, as chosen by American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell. He holds Martindale-Hubbell's highest peer-review AV rating, and is listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, has been named a SuperLawyer every year since 2007 and rated with a 10 of 10 by . Mr. Williams is both a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate and Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate, certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, an American Bar Association and California State Bar approved agency
Mr. Williams’ experience includes practice at nationally recognized law firms and has appeared as lead litigation counsel in numerous states and federal districts.
You can learn more about Mr. Williams at , and about his book, How to Get Sued, at , which also features video and radio interviews, along with additional photos. He also writes an award-winning blog, May It Please The Court, which you can read at .
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Lawsuits and Disputes
60%
38 years
Contracts and Agreements
10%
38 years
Personal Injury
10%
38 years
Real Estate
10%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 525-525 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Iowa for 38 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
WLC | The Williams Law Corporation
One Park Plaza, Suite 600, Irvine, CA, 92614-5987
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J Craig Williams's Reviews
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Posted by Joe Bonilla | November 8, 2013
J Craig Williams, Esq. - A True Champion of Justice
When Mr. Williams was referred to us, we had bad experiences with 4 previously attorneys, since March, 2007. We were terrified, but a CPA that we trusted, recommended him without reservation. We were immediately impressed by his quick actions, professional quality of court documents, and knowledge ...
Posted by Peter | May 29, 2008
The one to have if you want to win
After firing my previous attorneys, I hired Craig Williams. Craig turned things totally around. I was very happy with the outcome. I had an 8 month litigation battle on my hand, this was my first one, and Craig was a great person / attorney to have on my team.
J Craig Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Jennifer Keller
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Nov 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I worked on a criminal environmental case with Craig. His common sense, written work, courtroom skill and devotion to his client were exceptional. If I were charged in a similar case, he's the lawyer I'd hire."
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Experience
Honors
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2016
Top Attorney, Top Attorneys of North America
2015
Top 50 Lawyers in Orange County, Orange Coast Magazine
2015
Litigation Law Firm of the Year - CA, Corporate Livewire
2015
Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2015
Best Law Firm for Environmental Litigation - California, Corporate America Legal Elite
2015
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2014
Attorneys of Distinction, Orange Coast Magazine
2014
Best Complex Litigation Firm in California, Acquisition International finance magazine
2014
Top Lawyers in California for Highest Ethical Standards, The Legal Network
2014
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2012
Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2012
Top-rated Criminal Defense - White Collar, American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2009
Top Lawyers, OC Metro Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2008
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2007
Super Lawyer, Los Angeles Magazine
2005
Journalism Award for Best Individual Weblog, Los Angeles Press Club
2005
Pro bono publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
1992
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1992
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Founding partner, WLC | The Williams Law Corporation
2009 - 2012
Partner, Sedgwick LLP
2003 - 2009
Founding Partner, WLF | The Williams Lindberg Law Firm, PC
1997 - 2003
Partner, Daehnke & Cruz
1994 - 1997
Partner, Callahan, Blaine & Williams
1992 - 1994
Staff Associate, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher
1989 - 1992
Associate, Allen, Matkins, Leck, Gamble & Mallory
1987 - 1989
Associate, Reid & Hellyer
1987 - 1989
Volunteer, San Bernadino County Deputy District Attorney
1985 - 1987
Certified Practicing Law Clerk, Linn County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Celtic Bar Association of Orange CountyDirector
1994 - Present
Lambda Alpha International, Orange County ChapterPresident
1988 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1988 - Present
Bighorn InstituteAdvisor, former President and Director
1986 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2009
Orange County Bar AssociationDirector
2004 - 2006
Lambda Alpha InternationalSecretary
1995 - 2008
Hispanic Bar Association of Orange CountyBoard of Trustees
1991 - 1995
American Bar Association, Decisions CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mendez-Carmona v. Saxon Mortgage (Ca.Ct.App., 4th App.Dist., Div. 3, filed February 18, 2011), No. (Unpublished opinion).
Settled
Harper v. NewMark Merrill Cos. (Ca.Ct.App., 4th App.Dist., Div. 2, May 14, 2010), No. E046683 (Unpublished opinion).
Settled
O'Grady v. Sup.Ct. (Apple Computer)
Saba v. Crater
Fonovisa v. Cherry Auction
Judgment for Fonovisa upheld.
Bither v. Martin
New Davidson Brick Co. v. County of Riverside
Hajek v. Iowa Parole Board
Judgment for Iowa Parole Board reversed.
Education
1987
University of Iowa College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, with distinction
1979
James Madison University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1976
United States Coast Guard Academy
Speaking Engagements
2009
James Madison University Commencement
"We Didn't Start The Fire"
Publications
2004
Law Technology News
Internet Frontiers: Build Your Own Blog
1998
California Environmental Law Reporter
The Practical Implications of the Aerojet Decision
1991
Unknown
Son of the California Environmental Quality Act: A Look at Public Resources Code 21081.6, 33
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Business operation in residential zoned area.
20 Oct 2008
Q&A
Can you run a business out of a home zoned LCA22 in state of CA
21 Oct 2008
Q&A
Am I personally liable in a lawsuit against LLC for which I have been listed as a manager
28 Sep 2008