Atty. Brian John Thomas Purtill

Atty. Brian John Thomas Purtill

Brian John Thomas Purtill is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, construction and 17 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from California State University, Sacramento in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Santa Rosa Santa Rosa 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (916) 244-5215

Profile Summary

About Brian John Thomas Purtill at a glance

Brian John Thomas Purtill is an Of Counsel based in Santa Rosa, California, practicing at Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1984) and California State University, Sacramento (B.A. Criminal, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sonoma County Bar Association State Bar of California Collaborative Council of the Redwood Empire. Serves clients in Santa Rosa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian John Thomas Purtill is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, construction and 17 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from California State University, Sacramento in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Brian practices at Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP in Santa Rosa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian John Thomas Purtill's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian John Thomas Purtill handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Product Liability

Brian John Thomas Purtill is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Santa Rosa 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 venue, 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 Brian John Thomas Purtill

Where is Brian John Thomas Purtill's law office located?
Brian John Thomas Purtill's law practice is located in Santa Rosa, California. The firm is Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian John Thomas Purtill handle?
Brian John Thomas Purtill focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian John Thomas Purtill practiced law?
Brian John Thomas Purtill has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Brian John Thomas Purtill go to law school?
Brian John Thomas Purtill earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. Criminal, 1977).
How can I contact Brian John Thomas Purtill for a consultation?
You can contact Brian John Thomas Purtill directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian John Thomas Purtill received?
Brian John Thomas Purtill's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1984
B.A. Criminal
California State University, Sacramento
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984

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