About Timothy Craig

Timothy Craig Williams practices business law in Walnut Creek, California — He is the owner of The Williams Firm, which he established in 1994. The firm specializes in business law, but also provides services in intellectual property, real estate law, and construction law. Located in a vibrant business community, the firm caters to clients, ranging from startups to established corporations. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1986, graduating cum laude. During his time at Pepperdine, he served as the California Survey Editor and was an active member of the Pepperdine Law Review. Timothy was also part of the National Moot Court Team and received accolades as a Third Place Team member in the F.

Lee Bailey Moot Court Competition in 1985. His academic journey began at Pittsburg State University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in Political Science in 1983, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA. Timothy's legal career began shortly after law school, when he joined a firm as an associate in 1986. He quickly moved up the ranks, becoming a partner in 1992 before founding his own practice. His experience allows him to navigate complex legal issues effectively, providing sound advice to his clients.

The firm handles a variety of cases, focusing on business transactions, contract disputes, and intellectual property rights. In addition to his practice, Timothy is a member of several legal associations. He holds membership in the Bar of the United States District Court for the Northern, Central, and Southern Districts of California. He is also involved with the Contra Costa County Bar Association, particularly in the Corporate Counsel and Business Lawyers Section. His involvement in these organizations keeps him updated on legal trends and enhances his professional network. Timothy is committed to providing high-quality legal services and fostering strong relationships with his clients.

He understands the challenges that businesses face and aims to offer practical solutions tailored to their needs. His dedication to his clients and his community is evident in his work and the reputation he has built over the years. Outside of his legal practice, Timothy enjoys engaging with local community initiatives and mentoring young professionals. He believes in the importance of giving back and supporting the next generation of leaders in the legal field. His blend of experience, education, and commitment to excellence makes him a respected figure in the Walnut Creek legal community.

Education

Pepperdine University School of Law

Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude (1986) | California Survey Editor and has membership of Pepperdine Law Review, Third Place Team, F. Lee Bailey Moot Court Competition, 1985, National Moot Court Team, 1985, Teaching Assistant, Legal Research and Writing P

Pittsburg State University

B.A. in Political Science, Summa Cum Laude (1983) | I was first in my graduating class with a 4.0 overall grade point average. I was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, and also spent a semester abroad at Trent Polytechnic in Nottingham, E

Experience

Owner

The Williams Firm
1994

Partner

Turner & Williams
1992

Associate

Schall, Boudreau, & Gore
1987

Associate

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
1986

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law intellectual property real estate law construction law

Legal Services Scope

Litigation Negotiation Contract drafting

Professional Associations

Bar of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California

has membership Current

Bar of the United States District Court for the Central District of California

has membership Current

Bar of the United States District Court for the Southern District of California

has membership Current

Contra Costa County Bar Association, Corporate Counsel and Business Lawyers Section

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 1850 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite 340 Walnut Creek CA 94596