Atty. Wayne Merrill Collins

Atty. Wayne Merrill Collins

Wayne Merrill Collins is a lawyer practicing auto, personal injury, products liability and 6 other areas of law. Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Pleasanton Pleasanton 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Wayne Merrill Collins at a glance

Wayne Merrill Collins is a Partner based in Pleasanton, California, practicing at Sidran Law Corp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1973) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pleasanton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wayne Merrill Collins is a lawyer practicing auto, personal injury, products liability and 6 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Wayne practices at Sidran Law Corp in Pleasanton, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Merrill Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Merrill Collins 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.

Wayne Merrill Collins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Wayne Merrill Collins is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Wayne Merrill Collins is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Wayne Merrill Collins is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Wayne Merrill Collins is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Pleasanton 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 Wayne Merrill Collins

Where is Wayne Merrill Collins's law office located?
Wayne Merrill Collins's law practice is located in Pleasanton, California. The firm is Sidran Law Corp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Merrill Collins handle?
Wayne Merrill Collins focuses on personal injury, slip & fall, product liability, adr, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Wayne Merrill Collins practiced law?
Wayne Merrill Collins has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Wayne Merrill Collins go to law school?
Wayne Merrill Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Wayne Merrill Collins for a consultation?
You can contact Wayne Merrill Collins 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 Wayne Merrill Collins received?
Wayne Merrill Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1973
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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