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William Look
Attorney at Law
P O Box 1381
Monterey, CA 93942
Phone: (831) 372-1371 | Fax: (831) 372-5779
Hard Working and Gets Results
Legal Topic
Real Estate
Preferred New Clients
Individuals, small business, farm and ranch
Sub-Categories
Commercial Real Estate
- Broker & Transaction Litigation
- Condemnation
- Construction Contracts
- Conveyancing
- Eminent Domain
- Land Contracts
- Land Use & Zoning
- Mechanics' Liens
- Mortgages
- Real Estate Loans
- Title Litigation
- Broker & Transaction Litigation
- Building Codes
- Buying & Selling
- Condemnation
- Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Construction Financing
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1975
Bar Number: 66631
Other Court Admissions
California 9th Circuit, Eastern District, Northern District, Central District, California Tax Court
Association Memberships
California State Bar
Continuing Education
Self study augmented by course work.
Papers and Publications
Comment, University of Santa Clara LR, 1975
Example Cases
Lender attempts private foreclosure of two parcels and judicial foreclosure at same time; injunction ten days before sale and litigation of foreclosure. Brothers can't agree on division of ranch after death of last parent, litigation and settlement (my client got half with water).
Education
Degree:
J.D.
School:
Santa Clara University
City:
Santa Clara
State:
CA
Year:
1975
Focus and Accomplishments:
Moot Court, Law Review
Degree:
L.L.M.
School:
McGeorge School of Law UOP
City:
Sacramento
State:
CA
Year:
1981
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
Attorney at Law was established in 1975 and focuses on litigation in areas of real property, contracts and injury.
Previous Employment Summary
I had only short stints working for firms; I have basically been a solo practitioner by choice.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
My job is always easier if the client understands the issues & procedure-- they appreciate the work involved better as well.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
No problem.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
No problem provided they accept notion if they drive the bus they are responsible if they end up in the ditch.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became an attorney to help people, and to see justice done.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Farming and other labor experience.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Just developed from transactional work -- seemed every case turned into a litigated matter.
What do you like best about your career?
Chance to make a difference; satisfaction if client's situation is better.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner now. In the past I had as many as 5 employees at a time.
What are your strengths and style?
I am down to earth; I am direct; I don't soft-sell the bad; I try to give realistic advice and obtain practical results.
Personal Interests:
Fishing, boating, mountaineering, gardening.
Fax
(831) 372-5779
Office Hours
By appointment:
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Can quote such.
Hourly Rates
$250 travel, $300 regular time.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes; 1/2 hr.
Typical Retainer
No, depends on case.
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