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William R. Conklin

William R. Conklin

Law Office of William R. Conklin
333 Twin Dolphin Drive
Suite 230-A
Redwood City, CA 94065
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Phone: (650) 361-1163  |  Fax: (650) 361-1275

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Over 30 Years Experience

Legal Topic

Real Estate Law

Preferred New Clients

My preference is to deal with the transactional aspects of real estate law such as contracts, leases, title and transfers by sale or otherwise.

Sub-Topics

Buying Property

Condominiums & Cooperatives

Construction Contracts

Construction Financing

Conveyancing

Homeowners' Associations

Insurance

Land Contracts

Mechanics' Liens

Mortgages

Property Taxes

Real Estate Loans

Renting & Leasing

Title Insurance

Legal Topic

Business Law

Preferred New Clients

My preference is to form new business entities and to advise existing entities in all aspects of business law.

Sub-Topics

Agribusiness

  • Crops
  • Farms & Ranches

Banking & Finance

  • Commercial Banks & Loans
  • Commercial Leasing
  • Credit Unions
  • International Banking
  • Mortgages & Foreclosures
  • Savings & Thrifts
  • Venture Capital

Bars & Restaurants

  • Liquor Licenses

Business Entity Formation

  • Business Successions
  • Buying & Selling
  • Closely Held Businesses
  • Corporations
  • Joint Ventures
  • Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
  • Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
  • Nonprofits & Tax-Exempt Corporations
  • Partnerships
  • Professional Corporations

Commercial Law

  • Contract Drafting & Review
  • Employment Contracts
  • International Transactions
  • Non-Compete Contracts
  • Secured Transactions
  • Uniform Commercial Code
  • Warranties

Construction

  • Commercial Construction Contracts
  • Mechanics' Liens

Entertainment Law

  • Tourism, Travel, & Leisure

Insurance - Commercial

  • Annuities
  • Casualty Insurance
  • Commercial Insurance
  • Fidelity, Guarantee, & Surety
  • Life Insurance
  • Property Insurance

International Law

  • Business & Trade
  • Foreign Investment
  • International Arbitration
  • International Banking
  • International Transactions

Internet (Cyberspace)

  • Computer Law

Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Legal Topic

Estate Planning

Preferred New Clients

My preference is to implement estate plans, manage estates and trusts and deal with clients needs upon death.

Sub-Topics

Banking & Loans

  • Credit Unions
  • Savings & Thrifts

Charitable Giving

Insurance Law

  • Life Insurance
  • Property & Casualty

Living Wills

Probate & Estate Administration

Securities & Investments

  • Foreign Investment
  • Private Placements
  • State Blue Sky Laws

Tax Law

  • Estate Taxes & Gift Taxes
  • Power of Attorney
  • Property Taxes
  • Tax Planning

Trusts

  • Charitable Trusts
  • Living Trusts

Wills

Bar Admissions

CA, Jan 1963
Bar Number: 33779

Other Court Admissions

California, California Federal Courts, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and DC Court of Appeals

Association Memberships

California State Bar, Los Angeles County Bar Association

Continuing Education

I have met all of the State Bar Requirements for continuing education.

Example Cases

I have represented clients: 1. Council for corporations, both publicly traded and private, 2. Agricultural real estate and farming clients, 3. Property development clients, 4. Estate planning and administration of trusts for clients, 5. Advised clients in asset protection law, 6. Formed non-profit corporations, qualified them as tax exempts charities and advised them in their ongoing operations, 7. Represented clients in various aspects of international law.

Education 

School:

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

Degree:

J.D.

City:

San Francisco

State:

CA

Year:

1962

 

School:

Stanford University

Degree:

A.B.

City:

Stanford

State:

CA

Year:

1959

Focus and Accomplishments:

History

Number of Attorneys

1

State Licensed In

California

Firm Focus and History

I have been a sole practitioner in the areas referred to above since 1974.

Previous Employment Summary

Associate Council for Husted, Pinney, Smith & Ogg 1962 to 1965; Sole practitioner 1965 to 1967; General Council for CTC Computer Corporation (which I took public)1967 to 1971; Assistant General Council for Computer Sciences Corporation 1972 to 1974; Sole practitioner since 1974

Activities and Awards

I have served on the boards of business corporations and various non-profit corporations; I have advised non-profit corporations relative to endowment fund establishment and have acted as a volunteer in fund raising.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

The more clients know about their endeavors the better. An educated client makes the tasks of the attorney easier to understand and implement.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I will generally review documents prepared by clients unless it is obvious that an attorney prepared document will meet their needs better.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

It depends on what is meant by "represent themselves." In negotiations the client may be fully capable of self representation, however, I would not coach clients wishing to litigate for themselves except in small claims matter.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I enjoyed Law School.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

44 years of collecting a diversified array of experiences is better than any formal education, however, it is essential to maintain proficiency through continuing education.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I started my career with a mentor that practiced in the fields of law that I have chosen. He taught me how to practice and showed me the interesting aspects of our chosen fields.

What do you like best about your career?

I enjoy working with clients to achieve goals that they have set for themselves and their businesses.

Tell us about your law firm:

I have an assistant with paralegal skills.

What are your strengths and style?

My expertise is working with clients to solve their problems and resolve their needs.

I am non-confrontational.

Personal Interests:

My personal interests include cooking, wine collecting, sailing, skiing, youth programs such as Boy Scouts and the Marine Science Institute, my church and my local hospital.

Office Manager/Assistant

Shane Dickinson

Fax

(650) 361-1275

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

None

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

None

Hourly Rates

Presently $300

Free Initial Consultation?

I offer a free, limited consultation, however, if the client goes forward I charge for the time spent initially.

Typical Retainer

The great lawyer answer: That Depends!

Understanding Fees

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