Atty. William Bernhardt Hirsch

Atty. William Bernhardt Hirsch

William Bernhardt Hirsch is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, litigation, advertising. William received a M.A. degree from Princeton University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Sonoma Sonoma 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About William Bernhardt Hirsch at a glance

William Bernhardt Hirsch is a litigation, consumer, and entertainment attorney based in Sonoma, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1991). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1983) and Princeton University (M.A. University, 1975). Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California Barristers Club of San Francisco Fight for Justice Campaign California Trial Lawyers Association Trial Lawyers for Public Justice National Association of Securities and Commercial Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Sonoma, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Bernhardt Hirsch is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, litigation, advertising
  • William received a M.A. degree from Princeton University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices in Sonoma, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Bernhardt Hirsch's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Bernhardt Hirsch 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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Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Sonoma 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 Bernhardt Hirsch

Where is William Bernhardt Hirsch's law office located?
William Bernhardt Hirsch's law practice is located in Sonoma, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Bernhardt Hirsch handle?
William Bernhardt Hirsch focuses on litigation, consumer, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Bernhardt Hirsch practiced law?
William Bernhardt Hirsch has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William Bernhardt Hirsch go to law school?
William Bernhardt Hirsch earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. University, 1975).
How can I contact William Bernhardt Hirsch for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1983
M.A. University
Princeton University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1991

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