Bill began his 37-year career as a business law attorney by, in his words, “working as a groupie in a political campaign.”
This led to a position as Chief of Staff and Counsel to California State Senator Alfred E. Alquist, which became the catalyst to Bill’s unique specialization: Strategic Counseling for Employers and Government Administration. He acts as legal counsel to communication, travel, entertainment, developer/builder and charitable organizations, corporations within the New York Stock Exchange, regional and statewide businesses and individuals.
“A lot of the advocacy that takes place does so before we even get to a courtroom,” Bill says of his skill and expertise in operating within a community versus a courtroom.
Bill’s office shows like a tour through a museum with pictures of Presidents and other top-level government officials lining the walls, providing a look into the history of his political advocacy. He has also served as an adjunct faculty member at San Jose State University and a Judge Pro Tem for the Santa Clara County Superior Court.
Added to the list is Bill’s real estate license, memberships with the National Association of Realtors and the Santa Clara Valley Realtors Association, all of which enable him to contribute to real estate law and landlord tenant cases being worked by other GED partners. Yes, there are very few lawyers that have Bill’s exceptional level of expertise. But it is the team within GED that Bill is most proud of.
“I would describe the people in the firm as very forceful and intelligent. They are vigilant advocates for their client’s position.”
To reach Bill Gates call our office at 408.288.8100 or email Bill directly at wlg@gedlaw.com.
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