Constitutional Law
Constitutional Law presents many challenging and complex issues. For over thirty years Attorney William R. Seligmann and his firm have helped clients grapple with matters involving Free Speech, Due Process and other Constitutional Law issues. Law Offices of William R. Seligmann Our firm is a boutique law office where we work closely and directly with...
Construction Law
Construction Law affects many diverse California land use projects and people, including government entities, developers, contractors and property owners. With over thirty years of experience helping people resolve these often complex legal matters, Attorney William R. Seligmann is an excellent first choice when you need legal representation or legal advice in this area of law...
Government Law
The legal field of government law can be very complicated, covering such issues as land use, open meetings, public records, contracting, Constitutional issues, and public ethics. The Offices of William R. Seligmann have been practicing in the government law field since 1985, and have the experience to help you. Who can the Offices of William...
Inverse Condemnation
Under the California Constitution, a government agency cannot generally take or damage the property of private citizen without paying just compensation. These rights come into play in many common but different situations: flooding; landslides; sewer backups; and overreaching zoning regulations. When the actions of a government entity cause these situations, it is called Inverse Condemnation;...
Land Use
There is a common perception that one’s land is yours to do with as you see fit. However, in modern society, zoning regulations and environmental concerns often place significant limitations on the use of our property. At their best, such land use restrictions can enhance the value of everyone’s land by ensuring that one property...
Personal Injury
Personal injury accidents can happen anywhere, at any time. If you are the injured party, the result is often high medical expenses, loss of work and occasionally the loss of life. If you are a defendant, on the hand, a personal injury claim can often mean anxiety, and unfounded accusations. Whichever side you are on,...
Published Cases
Mr. Seligmann has been involved in litigating key legal issues, leading to published decisions in the following cases: Mitchell v. Department of Transportation (1985) 163 Cal. App. 3d 1016 Blew v. Horner (1986) 187 Cal. App. 3d 1380 Hebard v. Bybee (1998) 65 Cal. App. 4th 1331 County of Santa Clara et. al. v. Superior...
