Atty. William Ernest Hickman

Atty. William Ernest Hickman

William Ernest Hickman is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, international law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William Ernest Hickman at a glance

William Ernest Hickman is a business, litigation, and international attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in California (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974), U.S. Supreme Court (1975), and Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1971) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1968). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Ernest Hickman is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, international law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Ernest Hickman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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International Law

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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 Ernest Hickman

Where is William Ernest Hickman's law office located?
William Ernest Hickman's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ernest Hickman handle?
William Ernest Hickman focuses on business, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Ernest Hickman practiced law?
William Ernest Hickman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Ernest Hickman go to law school?
William Ernest Hickman earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact William Ernest Hickman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1971
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1968

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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