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Atty. William Bennett Turner

Atty. William Bennett Turner

William Bennett Turner is a lawyer practicing trial law, appeals, federal practice and 1 other area of law. William received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1959, and has been licensed for 62 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About William Bennett Turner at a glance

William Bennett Turner is a litigation, civil rights, and appellate attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in New York (1964), U.S. Supreme Court (1968), and California (Inactive) (1971). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1963) and Northwestern University (B.S., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Bennett Turner is a lawyer practicing trial law, appeals, federal practice and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1959, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • William practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Bennett Turner's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

William Bennett Turner is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

William Bennett Turner is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 San Francisco 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 Bennett Turner

Where is William Bennett Turner's law office located?
William Bennett Turner's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Bennett Turner handle?
William Bennett Turner focuses on litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Bennett Turner practiced law?
William Bennett Turner has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did William Bennett Turner go to law school?
William Bennett Turner earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.S., 1959).
How can I contact William Bennett Turner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Bennett Turner received?
William Bennett Turner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1963
B.S.
Northwestern University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1968
California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1971

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