Atty. William A. Norris

Atty. William A. Norris

William A. Norris is a lawyer practicing gaming, commercial litigation, supreme court & appellate and 1 other area of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 71 yrs experience 71 year
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Profile Summary

About William A. Norris at a glance

William A. Norris is a Senior Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court (1955). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 1954) and Princeton University (B.A., 1951). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William A. Norris is a lawyer practicing gaming, commercial litigation, supreme court & appellate and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • William practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William A. Norris's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William A. Norris

Where is William A. Norris's law office located?
William A. Norris's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A. Norris handle?
William A. Norris focuses on business, class action, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William A. Norris practiced law?
William A. Norris has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did William A. Norris go to law school?
William A. Norris earned their education at (J.D., 1954); (B.A., 1951).
How can I contact William A. Norris for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William A. Norris received?
William A. Norris's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 1954
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1951

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1955

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