Atty. William Joseph Briggs

Atty. William Joseph Briggs

William Joseph Briggs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, labor and employment, corporate and 4 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Bethune-Cookman College in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About William Joseph Briggs at a glance

William Joseph Briggs is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Venable LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the C (1989). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1988) and Bethune-Cookman College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships State Bar of California American Bar Association American Inn of Court. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Joseph Briggs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, labor and employment, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Bethune-Cookman College in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at Venable LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Joseph Briggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Joseph Briggs 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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports 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 Los Angeles 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 Joseph Briggs

Where is William Joseph Briggs's law office located?
William Joseph Briggs's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Venable LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Joseph Briggs handle?
William Joseph Briggs focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Joseph Briggs practiced law?
William Joseph Briggs has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William Joseph Briggs go to law school?
William Joseph Briggs earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact William Joseph Briggs for a consultation?
You can contact William Joseph Briggs directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Joseph Briggs received?
William Joseph Briggs's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1988
B.A.
Bethune-Cookman College
- 1978

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court for the C
Admitted: 1989

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