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William Wayne Oxley, ADR Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business

PartneratDechert LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing adr in Los Angeles since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
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William Wayne Oxley is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dechert LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
ADR · Appellate · Business
  • Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About William Wayne Oxley: William Wayne Oxley is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dechert LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by William Wayne Oxley

William concentrates on adr, appellate, business, class action, and consumer. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Los Angeles, California

William takes adr 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 William agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California

William takes appellate 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 William agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Los Angeles, California

William takes business 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 William agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California

William takes class action 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 William agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California

William takes consumer 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 William agrees to represent you.

Biography

About William Wayne Oxley — Over 38 years of California adr experience

William Wayne Oxley is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dechert LLP.

William Wayne Oxley is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, intellectual property and 13 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from California State University, Sacramento in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. William practices at Dechert LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with William on a adr matter

William Wayne Oxley is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, intellectual property and 13 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from California State University, Sacramento in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. William practices at Dechert LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients William works with

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

William Wayne Oxley's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

    J.D. · 1988

  • California State University, Sacramento

    B.A. Political · 1985

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    2022 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2018 · ACTIVE

  • Texas

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1988 · ACTIVE

William studied at J.D. in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Political in California State University, Sacramento.

Law school and academic background

William completed J.D. in University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and B.A. Political in California State University, Sacramento. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

William's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California

    membership

Locations

William Wayne Oxley's office in Los Angeles

William's primary office is at U.S. Bank Twr., 633 W. 5th St., 37th Fl., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dechert LLP

U.S. Bank Twr., 633 W. 5th St., 37th Fl.

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire William Wayne Oxley — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William Wayne Oxley

  • How much does it cost to hire William for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in California typically take?

    Simple adr 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 Los Angeles?

    William 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 — William 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 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 adr clients right now?

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

Areas served

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