Atty. William E Gwatkin III

Atty. William E Gwatkin III

William E Gwatkin III is a lawyer practicing admiralty. William received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster, and has been licensed for 69 years.

Santa Rosa Santa Rosa 69 yrs experience 69 year
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About William E Gwatkin III at a glance

William E Gwatkin III is a maritime attorney based in Santa Rosa, California. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1957) and California (Inactive) (1978). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1957) and College of Wooster B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Santa Rosa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William E Gwatkin III is a lawyer practicing admiralty
  • William received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • William practices in Santa Rosa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William E Gwatkin III's Areas of Practice

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

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 Santa Rosa 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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Where is William E Gwatkin III's law office located?
William E Gwatkin III's law practice is located in Santa Rosa, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E Gwatkin III handle?
William E Gwatkin III focuses on maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William E Gwatkin III practiced law?
William E Gwatkin III has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did William E Gwatkin III go to law school?
William E Gwatkin III earned their education at (LL.B., 1957); (—).
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What awards or recognition has William E Gwatkin III received?
William E Gwatkin III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1957
College of Wooster B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1957
California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1978

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