Atty. William Morehead

Atty. William Morehead

Will Morehead is a California trial attorney who specializes in criminal defense. He has handled well over 1,000 cases ranging from misdemeanors to homicide.

San Rafael San Rafael 22 Years Experience 22 year
Call (415) 523-0312

Profile Summary

About William Morehead at a glance

William Morehead is a Member based in San Rafael, California, practicing at Law Office of Will Morehead. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, ip, sex crimes, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in California (2004), United States District Court for the Northern District of California (2005), and United States District Court for the Central District of California (2007). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2004) and Stanford University (B.A., 1999). Serves clients in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Will Morehead is a California trial attorney who specializes in criminal defense
  • He has handled well over 1,000 cases ranging from misdemeanors to homicide
  • Between 2010 and 2017, he worked as a prosecutor in Los Angeles and Marin counties, giving him an insider’s perspective on how cases are evaluated and prosecuted
  • As a private defense lawyer, he has secured excellent results for his clients, including complete dismissals and negotiating favorable settlements
  • He is also an experienced trial lawyer and has tried over 25 cases to verdict
  • Since 2016, he has been Board-Certified by the State Bar of California as a Criminal Law Specialist (one of only a handful specialists statewide)
  • He has also taught criminal law, evidence, and trial practice at Golden Gate University School of Law
  • He holds a J.D., cum laude, from Harvard Law School and a B.A. with distinction and honors from Stanford University
  • He is admitted to practice in all California courts and the U.S
  • District Courts for the Northern and Central Districts of California

Practice Areas Explained

William Morehead's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Sex Crimes

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Violent Crimes

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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 Rafael 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 venue, 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 Morehead

Where is William Morehead's law office located?
William Morehead's law practice is located in San Rafael, California. The firm is Law Office of Will Morehead. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Morehead handle?
William Morehead focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, ip, sex crimes, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Morehead practiced law?
William Morehead has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did William Morehead go to law school?
William Morehead earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact William Morehead for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2004
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2004
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Admitted: 2005
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 2007

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