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Tim W. English (founding shareholder of Wiesner English, P.C.) is a worker's compensation attorneys serving all of Northern California. Tim handles all aspects of worker's compensation cases including partially or fully denied claims, UR/IMR disputes, QME selection litigation, SIBTF applications, and 132a Petitions/Serious and Willful violations. His goal is to walk you step by step through a confusing and contentious process to achieve the best results possible.
Besides worker's compensation, Tim has experience in multiple facets of the law, including representing individuals and companies on matters ranging from business and employment disputes, sponsorship negotiations, contract drafting, mediation, equity offerings, venture capital transactions, and litigation. Tim also helps individuals with wage disputes against their employers at the San Jose, Oakland, Stockton, and Salinas Labor Commissioner's offices. Tim also holds certificates in Employment Law and High Tech law from Santa Clara University School of Law.
A native of San Jose, CA in Santa Clara County, Tim actively volunteers with the Katharine and George Alexander Community Law Center (a Santa Clara County community law center focused on providing free or low cost representation to immigrants, employees, and consumers) and the San Jose Police Emerald Society whose charge is to honor officers killed in the line of duty. Tim is also an active member of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association, currently serving as the President of the Santa Clara County CAAA Chapter and a merber of the Regulations and Membership Committees
In his spare time, Tim enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, hiking, playing tennis, disc golfing and wine tasting.
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State: California
Acquired: 2013
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Posted by Todd | March 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Peace of mind
Tim was recommended to me by a co-worker. When reaching out, my call was taken immediately and my case explained in detail. Tim handle all aspects of the case making my life easier. Upon settlement negotiations, Tim was able to reach higher amount. Would definitely recommend Tim for any work comp cas...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Highly recommended for worker comp cases.
I can’t recommend Tim English highly enough. From the very beginning of my workers’ compensation case, he was professional, knowledgeable, and truly had my best interests at heart. He took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made sure I understood each step of the...
Posted by Valerie | December 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Rapid Response Excellence
What I appreciated most about my lawyer , Tim, was that I could count on him to get back to me fast. I had lots of questions, he gave great advice, and again, he was so very quick to get back to me. I truly felt represented by a knowledgeable professional that had my best interest at heart. Tim was k...
Posted by Altay | December 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
So Grateful for Tim English’s Help
I honestly can’t thank Tim English and his team enough. From day one, Tim was easy to talk to, patient, and truly cared about my situation. He explained everything clearly and always made sure I understood what was going on, which really helped during a stressful time. Anytime I had a question, Ti...
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2025
Excellent Attorney and Human Being
I received a personal call back from Attorney English within 1 hour of reaching out to his office. He thoroughly vetted my case and answered all my questions and concerns, in addition to laying out a personal course of action to meet my needs. Mr. English is very knowledgeable, well spoken and abov...
Your words are too kind! Best of luck to you in the future!
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
2013
High Tech Law Certificate; with Honors, Santa Clara University School of Law
2012
Witkin Award in Employment Law, Witkin
2021 - Present
Founding Shareholder, Wiesner English, P.C.
2015 - 2021
Senior Attorney and Counselor, Law Offices of Bo Katzakian
2014 - 2014
Associate, Graffanini LC
2014 - 2015
Law Clerk, Berliner Cohen
2013 - 2014
Staff Attorney, Alexander Community Law Center
2021 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys Association Santa Clara ChapterTreasurer
2020 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMembership Committee Member
2015 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMember
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$550,000
Full Settlement
Full Settlement
Open Medical Settlement
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2026
Deposition Triggers: Top QME Mistakes That Land You in the Hot Seat
2026
50 Shades of Regulations
2025
The Standardized QME Prescription Form: What You Need to Know
2025
Mechanics of Filing Petitions for Reconsideration and Removal
2025
2025
2025
2023
2012
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