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Howard Williams earned his undergraduate degree at Kent State University in 1995. He went on to enroll in law school at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. He earned his Juris Doctor from this institution in 1998. In 1999, Attorney Williams earned a Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of San Diego School of Law.
In 2005, Attorney Howard Williams accepted a job as Deputy Public Defender at the Riverside County Public Defender’s Office. He remained in this position until 2008. Attorney Williams went on to become Partner in the firm of Lieber Williams & Labin. From 2013 to 2014, Attorney Williams also spent time working as Judge Pro Tempore for the Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa.
Practice areas
22 years, 4,000 cases
22 years, 1,000 cases
22 years, 1,000 cases
22 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
Williams Law
910 Court Street
Martinez, CA, 94553
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2000 | 02/08/2022 |
Legal answers | 16 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Certified Specialist - Criminal Law | State Bar of California | 2015 |
Victory Corner | Contra Costa County Criminal Conflict Program | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Lieber Williams & Labin | 2008 - Present |
Judge Pro Tempore | Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa | 2013 - 2014 |
Deputy Public Defender | Riverside County Public Defender's Office | 2005 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Contra Costa County Criminal Conflict Panel | Senior Attorney | 2011 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Mercury News | Antioch Torture, Assault Case Wraps Up | 2019 |
Mercury News | Once facing life, East Bay man acquitted of torture, rape charges | 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of San Diego School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 1999 |
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1998 |
Kent State University | BBA | 1995 |
Case name | Outcome |
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People v. J.Z. | Jury verdict: NOT GUILTY |
People v. B.C. | CHARGES DROPPED through negotiations |
People v. M.A. | jury verdict: NOT GUILTY on all charges |
People v. J.L. | jury verdict: NOT GUILTY |
People v. A.G. | Charges Reduced through negotiation with D.A. and DMV defeated in Court by Writ of Mandate. LICENSE SAVED |
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Anna Yum, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 8, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Howard Williams is an excellent trial attorney. When I was a DA, we would regularly work on cases together. Howard was always known as a trustworthy defense attorney who worked diligently for his clients; he also obtained great results for his clients whether it be through negotiations or trial. He's a fantastic lawyer and I highly recommend Howard!
Mary Kaplan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Howard is a consummate professional. He is thorough with high attention to detail, and produces top quality work. Highly recommend Howard.
Anna Yum, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 8, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Howard Williams is an excellent trial attorney. When I was a DA, we would regularly work on cases together. Howard was always known as a trustworthy defense attorney who worked diligently for his clients; he also obtained great results for his clients whether it be through negotiations or trial. He's a fantastic lawyer and I highly recommend Howard!
Mary Kaplan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Howard is a consummate professional. He is thorough with high attention to detail, and produces top quality work. Highly recommend Howard.
Jared Hartman, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Williams is an excellent lawyer who will stop at nothing to ensure the best possible result for every one of his clients. As a young lawyer, I often looked up to Mr. Williams for guidance and advice and it paid off every time. I highly recommend Mr. Williams to anyone for any legal issue!
Robert Senh, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Howard Williams because he is a smart, conscientious, and hardworking attorney. He'll go the extra mile to make sure you get the defense you need.
Kathy Belous, Criminal defense Attorney on May 23, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jaye Ryan-Maas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Nicolaie Cocis, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Price, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Experience, dedication, and hard work does not begin to describe the numerous attributes that Howard Williams brings to the legal profession. Through rigorous and zealous advocacy of his clients, he offers a beacon of hope to criminal defendants who are always innocent in the eyes of the law until proven guilty. I unwaveringly endorse Howard Williams as an outstanding lawyer.
Stanley Lieber, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Howard is one of the best legal minds out there. I'm grateful he's a member of my firm.
Gary Labin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Howard is truly an amazing trial lawyer, not only because he has an astonishing mastery of the law, but because he has an equally amazing yet perhaps more important ability--the ability to connect with jurors on a human level and to convince them in terms that make sense that his client is NOT guilty, or at least that there is reasonable doubt as to his client's guilt. Many of Howard's clients are direct beneficiaries of this talent, and any case, regardless of the evidence, is far better off with Howard Williams fighting for the defendant. The Bay Area is lucky to have such a diligent, caring, and effective trial attorney!
Alexander Andryuschenko, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is truly an amazing trial attorney whose knowledge of evidence, expertise, trial skills and wit puts him above and beyond any opponents.
Jason Lieber, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
Howard is a great attorney, possibly the best cross-examiner alive today. He has the unique ability to get a witness to say what he wants without making it seem that way. I've personally seen him demolish witnesses and have them leave smiling and thinking they did great.
James Fox, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 2, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Howard is the consummate professional. His abilities in the courtroom are unmatched. He is a tireless advocate and is always ready to fight the fight. His dedication to our profession and his commitment to his craft is second to none.
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