Atty. Holly M. Teel

Atty. Holly M. Teel

Holly Teel is a partner in WSHB’s El Segundo (Los Angeles) office, serving clients throughout Southern California. She has extensive experience in the defense of attorneys in professional liability cases involving an array of underlying matters, including contract disputes, tort claims, product liability, business disputes, and employment law claims.

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About Holly M. Teel at a glance

Holly M. Teel is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1989) and Loyola Marymount University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •State Bar of California •Southern California Defense Counsel •Los Angeles County Bar. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Holly Teel is a partner in WSHB’s El Segundo (Los Angeles) office, serving clients throughout Southern California
  • She has extensive experience in the defense of attorneys in professional liability cases involving an array of underlying matters, including contract disputes, tort claims, product liability, business disputes, and employment law claims
  • Holly also defends real estate agents and brokers, insurance agents and brokers, and escrow officers, in professional liability cases
  • She handles all aspects of litigation practice, from inception through trial, including arbitrations, mediations, depositions, development of case strategy, drafting and arguing motions for summary judgment and other law and motion matters
  • In addition to her professional liability practice, Holly also defends clients in residential and commercial property, malicious prosecution and abuse of process claims, and general tort liability and products liability claims
  • Holly is a published author and speaker on professional liability defense
  • Newsroom News •Frances O'Meara and Her Team Join WSHB as Trial Attorneys Firm News, 7.19.22 Publications •Ninth Circuit Affirms Right to Jury Trial for Statutory Damages Claimed under California's Unruh Civil Rights Act Case Updates, 5.30.25 •Beware: Arbitration Clauses Might Not Be the Costs-Saving Solution in the Long Run Case Updates, 5.16.23 In the News •Ninth Circuit Affirms Right to Jury Trial for Statutory Damages Claimed under California's Unruh Civil Rights Act •Beware: Arbitration Clauses Might Not Be the Costs-Saving Solution in the Long Run •Frances O'Meara and Her Team Join WSHB as Trial Attorneys

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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 Los Angeles 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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Where is Holly M. Teel's law office located?
Holly M. Teel's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Holly M. Teel practiced law?
Holly M. Teel has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Holly M. Teel go to law school?
Holly M. Teel earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1983).
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What awards or recognition has Holly M. Teel received?
Holly M. Teel's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
- 1989
B.S.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989

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