Atty. William R. Seligmann
The Law Offices of William R. Seligmann is built on a 30 year commitment to the law in the areas of government and municipal law, personal injury law, construction and development, real estate, and constitutional law.
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William R. Seligmann is a Member based in Santa Cruz, California, practicing at Law Offices of William R. Seligmann. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, personal injury, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983). Educated at University of Santa Clara School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- The Law Offices of William R. Seligmann is built on a 30 year commitment to the law in the areas of government and municipal law, personal injury law, construction and development, real estate, and constitutional law
- A Santa Cruz Lawyer with a Strong Foundation Mr. Seligmann’s legal career began after earning his Juris Doctor degree from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1982
- Shortly thereafter, he began practicing as an Associate at the Law Offices of J. Robert Dempster
- Over time, the firm evolved, becoming Dempster, Seligmann and Raineri
- Then, in 2001, Mr. Seligmann established the Law Offices of William R. Seligmann, working in a close relationship with the firm of Atchison, Barisone & Condotti in Santa Cruz
- Throughout the course of his career, Mr. Seligmann has developed significant experience in many facets of the law, including governmental and municipal law, land use, personal injury, real estate and construction and development law
- He has also served as the City Attorney for the City of Campbell since 1985
- A Respected Silicon Valley Attorney Mr. Seligmann’s experience goes beyond one on one interactions with his clients
- He has served on the Executive Committees of Public Law and Litigation Sections of the California Bar, chairing the former Section from 2004 to 2005
- He has also served on the Judiciary Committee and Civil Practice Committee of the Santa Clara County Bar Association, chairing the later Committee in 2012
- This dedication to the law and the community has put him in demand for various speaking engagements on subjects such as defending state and local public entities, land use, and government ethics
- He has also served as a consultant and reviewer on a number of legal publications including the California Municipal Law Handbook, and California Land Use Practice
- In keeping with his distinguished career, Mr. Seligmann is the subject of a biography in Marquis’ Who’s Who in American Law
- He also maintains a “Superb” rating level with Avvo.com, a “Preeminent” rating level from Martindale-Hubbell, and has been selected as a Super Lawyer by Thompson Reuters
- To learn more about William R, Seligmann, contact the Law Offices of William R. Seligmann today
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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 Santa Cruz 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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