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.
Assault And Battery & More Attorney · Serving San Rafael, CA · 22+ Years Experience
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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 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Morehead handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Rafael.
DUI / DWI Defense in San Rafael
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Sex Crimes in San Rafael
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Violent Crimes in San Rafael
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Rafael
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.
San Rafael Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Rafael-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Rafael Choose William Morehead
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish William Morehead's practice in the field of dui/dwi, drug crimes, ip, sex crimes, and violent crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Morehead brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, United States District Court for the Northern District of California, and United States District Court for the Central District of California, William Morehead can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, drug crimes, and ip, William Morehead can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Rafael
A San Rafael-based practice means William Morehead attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William Morehead Handles in San Rafael
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