Atty. Dane Gilliam

Atty. Dane Gilliam

Dane P. Gilliam is a trial attorney at Bentley More LLP whose practice focuses on workers’ compensation.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 18 yrs experience 18 year
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ATV Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Newport Beach, CA · 18+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Dane Gilliam at a Glance

Dane Gilliam is a Trial Lawyer based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Bentley & More LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at University of La Verne College of Law (J.D., 2008) and University of California, Santa Cruz B.A. Legal Studies (—). Serves clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Dane Gilliam

  • Dane P. Gilliam is a trial attorney at Bentley More LLP whose practice focuses on workers’ compensation
  • Born and raised in Santa Cruz County, Dane attended University of California, Santa Cruz, where he earned his B.A. in Legal Studies
  • He was a captain on the NCAA Men’s Volleyball team and was honored as an All-American
  • While at University of La Verne, he was part of the JD/MBA dual degree program and earned both degrees
  • Dane began his legal career in 2008 practicing in insurance defense, motor vehicle accidents, pharmacy malpractice, and premises liability claims
  • He has been practicing exclusively in workers’ compensation, 132(a) claims, and serious and willful claims since 2010

Practice Areas Explained

Dane Gilliam's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dane Gilliam handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Newport Beach.

Car Accidents in Newport Beach

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents in Newport Beach

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Wrongful Death in Newport Beach

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Personal Injury in Newport Beach

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 in Newport Beach

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Newport Beach

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 Newport Beach 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.

Newport Beach Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Newport Beach-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Dane Gilliam

Where is Dane Gilliam's law office located?
Dane Gilliam's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Bentley & More LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dane Gilliam handle?
Dane Gilliam focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Dane Gilliam practiced law?
Dane Gilliam has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Dane Gilliam go to law school?
Dane Gilliam earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (—).
How can I contact Dane Gilliam for a consultation?
You can contact Dane Gilliam 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Newport Beach Choose Dane Gilliam

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dane Gilliam's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and business.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Dane Gilliam brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and wrongful death, Dane Gilliam can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Newport Beach

A Newport Beach-based practice means Dane Gilliam attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Dane Gilliam Handles in Newport Beach

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dane Gilliam has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Dane Gilliam directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of La Verne College of Law
- 2008
—
University of California, Santa Cruz B.A. Legal Studies
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2008

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