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Atty. William Barry Balamuth

Atty. William Barry Balamuth

William Barry Balamuth is a lawyer practicing premises liability, construction & development, work injuries and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Orinda Orinda 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William Barry Balamuth at a glance

William Barry Balamuth is a wills, personal injury, and slip & fall attorney based in Orinda, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California, U.S. Supreme Court and (1972). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1971) and University of California at Berkeley (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Board of Governors, 1979-1981 and 1990-1996) Northern California Lawyers and Judges Association (Director, 1991-1996, State Bar of California Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Barry Balamuth is a lawyer practicing premises liability, construction & development, work injuries and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Barry Balamuth's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

William Barry Balamuth is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

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.

William Barry Balamuth is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

William Barry Balamuth is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Orinda 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 Barry Balamuth

Where is William Barry Balamuth's law office located?
William Barry Balamuth's law practice is located in Orinda, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Barry Balamuth handle?
William Barry Balamuth focuses on wills, personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Barry Balamuth practiced law?
William Barry Balamuth has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Barry Balamuth go to law school?
William Barry Balamuth earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact William Barry Balamuth for a consultation?
You can contact William Barry Balamuth 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 William Barry Balamuth received?
William Barry Balamuth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1971
B.S.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California, U.S. Supreme Court and
Admitted: 1972

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