Atty. William Dearborn Berry

Atty. William Dearborn Berry

William Dearborn Berry is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, erisa & benefits litigation, qualified retirement plans and esops and 1 other area of law. William received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William Dearborn Berry at a glance

William Dearborn Berry is a Senior Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 1972) and Stanford University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association Silicon Valley Employee Benefits & Compensation Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Dearborn Berry is a lawyer practicing compensation & benefits, erisa & benefits litigation, qualified retirement plans and esops and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Dearborn Berry's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Dearborn Berry

Where is William Dearborn Berry's law office located?
William Dearborn Berry's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Dearborn Berry handle?
William Dearborn Berry focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Dearborn Berry practiced law?
William Dearborn Berry has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Dearborn Berry go to law school?
William Dearborn Berry earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact William Dearborn Berry for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Dearborn Berry received?
William Dearborn Berry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 1972
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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