Atty. William Stuart Small

Atty. William Stuart Small

William Stuart Small is a lawyer practicing planning & land use, banking law, business law and 12 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 49 Years Experience 49 year

Profile Summary

About William Stuart Small at a glance

William Stuart Small is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Blank Rome LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at UCLA School of Law J.D. (—) and Harvard University B.A. cum laude Harvard University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Memberships Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Stuart Small is a lawyer practicing planning & land use, banking law, business law and 12 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at Blank Rome LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William Stuart Small's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Land Use & Zoning

William Stuart Small is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

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 Los Angeles 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 Stuart Small

Where is William Stuart Small's law office located?
William Stuart Small's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Blank Rome LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Stuart Small handle?
William Stuart Small focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Stuart Small practiced law?
William Stuart Small has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William Stuart Small go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has William Stuart Small received?
William Stuart Small's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

UCLA School of Law J.D.
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Harvard University B.A. cum laude Harvard University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

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