Atty. William Dean Wright

Atty. William Dean Wright

William Dean Wright is a lawyer practicing municipal law, public finance, torts and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Modesto Modesto 48 Years Experience 48 year

Profile Summary

About William Dean Wright at a glance

William Dean Wright is an Office Stanislaus County Counsel based in Modesto, California. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, zoning, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1978) and University of California at Davis (B.A. Psychology, 1971). Serves clients in Modesto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Dean Wright is a lawyer practicing municipal law, public finance, torts and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices in Modesto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Dean Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Dean Wright 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 Dean Wright is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

William Dean Wright is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

William Dean Wright is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Modesto 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 venue, 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 Dean Wright

Where is William Dean Wright's law office located?
William Dean Wright's law practice is located in Modesto, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Dean Wright handle?
William Dean Wright focuses on personal injury, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Dean Wright practiced law?
William Dean Wright has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William Dean Wright go to law school?
William Dean Wright earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Psychology, 1971).
How can I contact William Dean Wright for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1978
B.A. Psychology
University of California at Davis
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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