Atty. William Needham

Atty. William Needham

William Needham is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, insurance, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. William received a degree from California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Eureka Eureka 46 Years Experience 46 year

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About William Needham at a glance

William Needham is a Member based in Eureka, California, practicing at Janssen Malloy Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and Alaska U.S. District Court, Southern, Central and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of (1981). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1980) and California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA University of California Davis School of Law King Hall, Davis CA Humboldt State University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Eureka, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Needham is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, insurance, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
  • William received a degree from California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices at Janssen Malloy LLP in Eureka, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Needham's Areas of Practice

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

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William Needham is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William Needham is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance 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 Eureka 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 Needham

Where is William Needham's law office located?
William Needham's law practice is located in Eureka, California. The firm is Janssen Malloy Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Needham handle?
William Needham focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Needham practiced law?
William Needham has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William Needham go to law school?
William Needham earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact William Needham for a consultation?
You can contact William Needham 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 Needham received?
William Needham's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Davis
- 1980
B.A.
California St University Humboldt, Arcata CA University of California Davis School of Law King Hall, Davis CA Humboldt State University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
Alaska U.S. District Court, Southern, Central and Northern Districts of California and U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1981

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