Atty. Bill Kennedy

Atty. Bill Kennedy

Bill Kennedy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy / debt, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 1 other area of law. Bill received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1970, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Half Moon Bay Half Moon Bay 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Bill Kennedy at a glance

Bill Kennedy is a criminal defense, ip, bankruptcy, and chapter 11 attorney based in Half Moon Bay, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1986). Educated at Northeastern University Law School (J.D., 1986) and Stanford University (B.A. Biology, 1970). Serands clients in Half Moon Bay, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bill Kennedy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, bankruptcy / debt, bankruptcy / chapter 11 and 1 other area of law
  • Bill received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1970, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Bill practices in Half Moon Bay, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Bill Kennedy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bill Kennedy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Bill Kennedy is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Bill Kennedy is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Bill Kennedy is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Half Moon Bay are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bill Kennedy

Where is Bill Kennedy's law office located?
Bill Kennedy's law practice is located in Half Moon Bay, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bill Kennedy handle?
Bill Kennedy focuses on criminal defense, ip, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Bill Kennedy practiced law?
Bill Kennedy has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Bill Kennedy go to law school?
Bill Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. Biology, 1970).
How can I contact Bill Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northeastern University Law School
- 1986
B.A. Biology
Stanford University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1986

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