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William P. Sokoloff, Insurance Attorney in the United States

Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Of CounselatMurphy Battista

Practicing insurance since 1983.

43+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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William P. Sokoloff is an of counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. William has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murphy Battista. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Vancouver, BC
Experience
over 43 years
Known for
Insurance · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Vancouver, BC.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About William P. Sokoloff: William P. Sokoloff is an of counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. William has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murphy Battista. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

William's practice areas in the U.S.

William concentrates on insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases nationwide

William takes insurance matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases nationwide

William takes medical malpractice matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases nationwide

William takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.

Biography

William P. Sokoloff, insurance attorney serving the U.S.

William P. Sokoloff is an of counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Insurance, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. William has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murphy Battista. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. William works from the U.S. and takes on insurance matters across the region.

William P. Sokoloff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, medical malpractice. William P. received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years. William P. practices at Murphy Battista in Vancouver, BC.

Working with William on a insurance matter

William P. Sokoloff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, medical malpractice. William P. received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years. William P. practices at Murphy Battista in Vancouver, BC.

Who William represents

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in the United States.

Credentials

Credentials — where William studied and practices

  • University of British Columbia at Vancouver

    LL.B. · 1982

  • University of Alberta

    B.Ed. · 1977

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • British Columbia

    1983 · ACTIVE

William studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia at Vancouver and B.Ed. in University of Alberta.

Law school and academic background

William completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia at Vancouver and B.Ed. in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

William's legal honors and published work

William has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

William's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Canadian Bar Association

    membership

Locations

William P. Sokoloff's office in Vancouver

William's primary office is at 650 W. Georgia Street, Suite 2020, Vancouver, BC, V6B 4N7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Murphy Battista

650 W. Georgia Street, Suite 2020

Vancouver, BC V6B 4N7

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Client feedback

Client reviews of William P. Sokoloff — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of William. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in your area.

4.4

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire William P. Sokoloff — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 William

William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William P. Sokoloff

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does William offer a free consultation?

    William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in this state typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can William take my case if I'm outside the area?

    William evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside William's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with William?

    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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is William accepting new insurance clients right now?

    William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.