Atty. William L. Veen

Atty. William L. Veen

William L. Veen founded the Veen Firm in 1975.

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About William L. Veen at a glance

William L. Veen is a personal injury attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at The Veen Firm LLP. Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1968) and Michigan State University (BA, 1965). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William L. Veen founded the Veen Firm in 1975
  • Over time, it has grown from a one-man operation to a heavy-hitting firm of trial lawyers
  • Bill has represented injured workers and consumers in recovering damages arising from industrial accidents, construction accidents, elevator accidents, motorcycle accidents, defective products, professional liability, and auto and truck accidents
  • Bill currently serves of counsel to The Veen Firm
  • Bill has been honored many times over his distinguished career, including as the 2003 Trial Lawyer of the Year by the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association
  • He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, the Consumer Attorneys of California, the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1994), the California Applicants Attorneys Association

Practice Areas Explained

William L. Veen's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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 L. Veen

Where is William L. Veen's law office located?
William L. Veen's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is The Veen Firm LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L. Veen handle?
William L. Veen focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did William L. Veen go to law school?
William L. Veen earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (BA, 1965).
How can I contact William L. Veen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William L. Veen received?
William L. Veen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1968
BA
Michigan State University
- 1965

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV-Preeminent for Ethical Standards & Ability-Martindale-Hubbell, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Winner, San Francisco Trial Lawyers-Lifetime Achievement Award, 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Winner, San Francisco Trial Lawyers-Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2003
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Coast Guard Achievement Medal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Verdict honored in California’s Top Verdicts of 2011, The Recorder-Chris Corbo v. New United Motor
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nominated for San Francisco Trial Lawyers-Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Largest injury verdict in Marin County history, 2010, Travis v. Bison Builders, Inc.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to Northern California Super Lawyers List, 2003-2017 – Top 5% of attorneys, as voted by peers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Northern California Super Lawyers, 2006-present
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (San Francisco)
- 2014

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