Marcus J. "Marc" Williams, Securities Attorney in Los Angeles, California
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Marcus J. "Marc" Williams is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Securities.
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- Handles Securities matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026).
About Marcus J. "Marc" Williams: Marcus J. "Marc" Williams is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Securities.
Areas of practice
Marcus's practice areas in Los Angeles
Marcus concentrates on securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marcus handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Securities cases in Los Angeles, California
Marcus takes securities matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marcus agrees to represent you.
Biography
Marcus J. "Marc" Williams, securities attorney serving Los Angeles
Marcus J. "Marc" Williams is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Securities. Marcus works from Los Angeles, California and takes on securities matters across the region.
Marc Williams is a shareholder in Buchalter’s Corporate Practice Group, practicing in the firm’s Salt Lake, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland offices, where he advises companies and investors in securities matters, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate counseling. Marc’s engagements have run the spectrum from serving as special counsel to the audit committee of one of the world’s best-known consumer products companies, to public offerings and related reporting engagements, to counseling successful family businesses and their owners. Marc has represented issuers in public offerings as large as $600 million and in private placements of more than $1 billion. The total value of Marc’s M&A engagements is rapidly approaching $20 billion.
How Marcus handles securities matters
Marc Williams is a shareholder in Buchalter’s Corporate Practice Group, practicing in the firm’s Salt Lake, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland offices, where he advises companies and investors in securities matters, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate counseling. Marc’s engagements have run the spectrum from serving as special counsel to the audit committee of one of the world’s…
Who Marcus represents
Marcus reviews new inquiries case-by-case for securities matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Marcus studied and practices
Southern Methodist University
J.D. · 1997
Marcus studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University.
Law school and academic background
Marcus completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marcus runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Marcus's legal honors and published work
Marcus has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).
Locations
Marcus J. "Marc" Williams's office in Los Angeles
Marcus's primary office is at 1000 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1500, Los Angeles, California, 90017-1730. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Marcus J. "Marc" Williams — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new securities attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marcus usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marcus charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marcus's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Marcus will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a securities attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many securities matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Marcus
Marcus discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in securities practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every securities matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Marcus confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marcus's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many securities practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Marcus J. "Marc" Williams
How much does it cost to hire Marcus for a securities case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marcus walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marcus offer a free consultation?
Marcus charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marcus's office. Some securities attorneys offer free consults — check Marcus's current terms during booking.
How long do securities cases in California typically take?
Simple securities matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Marcus gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marcus take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Marcus is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Marcus will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Marcus?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Marcus will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marcus accepting new securities clients right now?
Marcus's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Securities attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Marcus handles securities matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified securities attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
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- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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