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Atty. William Bruce Waterman

Atty. William Bruce Waterman

William Bruce Waterman is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, premises liability and 2 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About William Bruce Waterman at a glance

William Bruce Waterman is an Associate based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Joseph Costella & Associates. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, slip & fall, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1982). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1982) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Contra Costa County Bar Association The State Bar of California Contra Costa Barristers Association. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Bruce Waterman is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, premises liability and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • William practices at Joseph Costella & Associates in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Bruce Waterman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Bruce Waterman 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.

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William Bruce Waterman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

William Bruce Waterman is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

Product Liability

William Bruce Waterman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

William Bruce Waterman is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Walnut Creek 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 Bruce Waterman

Where is William Bruce Waterman's law office located?
William Bruce Waterman's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Joseph Costella & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Bruce Waterman handle?
William Bruce Waterman focuses on personal injury, employment, slip & fall, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Bruce Waterman practiced law?
William Bruce Waterman has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did William Bruce Waterman go to law school?
William Bruce Waterman earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact William Bruce Waterman for a consultation?
You can contact William Bruce Waterman 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 Bruce Waterman received?
William Bruce Waterman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1982
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1982

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