Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Appellate, Business Litigation
With an extensive legal career spanning over five decades, William M. Crosby exemplifies the essence of a seasoned professional dedicated to safeguarding the rights of California employees, particularly within Orange County and Los Angeles County. As the proprietor of the Law Office of William M. Crosby, he employs resolute and assertive measures on behalf of employees entangled in a variety of cases, including:
Mr. Crosby’s academic journey includes graduating cum laude from the University of California, Berkeley, where he attained a Bachelor of Arts in political science in 1967. Subsequently, he undertook legal studies at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, completing his education in 1970, and was granted admission to practice law by The State Bar of California the subsequent year.
In addition to his presence in California state courts, Mr. Crosby has presented cases before the United States District Court for the Central, Eastern, Northern, and Southern Districts of California, the United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.
Renowned for his unyielding determination, Mr. Crosby has garnered a reputation for fearlessly confronting major corporations and governmental bodies throughout California. His track record encompasses the successful litigation of over 75 cases resulting in verdicts within federal courts and the Supreme Court of California. His legal expertise extends beyond employee advocacy to encompass diverse areas including personal injury, business law, insurance law, and legal matters involving the False Claims Act and Public Records Act.
Mr. Crosby’s membership and leadership roles within esteemed legal organizations have been notable. Active affiliations encompass the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), the American Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, and the National Employment Lawyers Association. He also played a significant role in the American Arbitration Association’s Employment Law Panel for the Orange County Chapter. His involvement extended to serving as a board member for the Orange County Bar Association, the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, and as a probation officer and referee for The State Bar of California. Additionally, he holds the distinction of being a founding member and board member of the California Employment Lawyers Association.
In recognition of his remarkable accomplishments, the Orange County Bar Association bestowed upon him the titles of “Top Gun” Employment Lawyer in 2002 and “Top Gun” Business Litigation Lawyer of the Year in 2011. His achievements have also garnered acknowledgment from The Best Lawyers in America.