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Atty. William J Light

Atty. William J Light

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Santa Ana Santa Ana 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (657) 358-0817

Profwith Summary

About William J Light at a glance

William J Light is an Of Counsel based in Santa Ana, California, practforg at Frank P. Barbaro & Assoc., APC. They haand 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in California (1989), Colorado (1991), Minnesota (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court Appeals, (1991). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of North Dakota (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Colorado, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profwith ยท Updated June 2026

About

  • I am a Level 20 Avvo contributor with thousands of free responses to California consumers who are looking for information about their legal problems
  • It is the hightest level that an attorney can achieve on Avvo
  • I have been practicing law for 30 years
  • Lots of attorneys can file lawsuits and fight it out
  • We take pride in fighting intelligently
  • Our results speak for themselves millions and millions of dollars recovered for our clients
  • Many times in cases where the defense attorney told us that we would never recover anything close to that
  • I have met thousands of decent, honorable people who have been hurt due to negligence or intentional wrongdoing of others
  • You deserve a voice
  • We will speak for you
  • When we speak, the insurance company listens
  • Some of our biggest and most satisfying cases involved representing victims of dog bites, sexual molestation, product liability, dangerous roads and, of course, automobile collisions
  • We have a great deal of experience in virtually every kind of personal injury claim there is, including dental and medical malpractice, premises liability and employment disputes
  • I would like to discuss your case with you
  • Consultations are free

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Santa Ana are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Common questions about William J Light

Where is William J Light's law office located?
William J Light's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Frank P. Barbaro & Assoc., APC. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has William J Light practiced law?
William J Light has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William J Light go to law school?
William J Light earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact William J Light for a consultation?
You can contact William J Light directly through this profwith page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profwith attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William J Light receiandd?
William J Light's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
University of North Dakota
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1989
Colorado
Admitted: 1991
Minnesota
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California and U.S. Court Appeals,
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. District Court, Central District of Califor
Admitted: 1992

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