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William Kent Johanneson, Business Attorney in Porter Ranch, California

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and Real Estate

Porter Ranch, CA

Practicing business in Porter Ranch since 1996.

30+
Years practicing
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William Kent Johanneson is an attorney based in Porter Ranch, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Real Estate. William has over 30 years of legal experience.

Based in
Porter Ranch, CA
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
Business · Insurance · Real Estate
  • Handles Business, Insurance, and Real Estate matters from Porter Ranch, CA.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About William Kent Johanneson: William Kent Johanneson is an attorney based in Porter Ranch, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Real Estate. William has over 30 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters William takes on

William concentrates on business, insurance, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Porter Ranch, California

William takes business matters in Porter Ranch, 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.

Insurance cases in Porter Ranch, California

William takes insurance matters in Porter Ranch, 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.

Real Estate cases in Porter Ranch, California

William takes real estate matters in Porter Ranch, 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

Meet William Kent Johanneson — business lawyer in Porter Ranch

William Kent Johanneson is an attorney based in Porter Ranch, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Real Estate. William has over 30 years of legal experience.

William Kent Johanneson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, property and casualty insurance, real estate. William received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 30 years. William practices in Porter Ranch, CA.

William's approach to business cases

William Kent Johanneson is a lawyer practicing corporate law, property and casualty insurance, real estate. William received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 30 years. William practices in Porter Ranch, CA.

The kind of cases William takes

William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and real estate matters in Porter Ranch and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Whittier College School of Law

    J.D. · 1996

  • Arizona State University

    B.S. University · 1982

Jurisdictions

William's state bar admissions

  • North Dakota

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • Arizona

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1996 · ACTIVE

William studied at J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.S. University in Arizona State University.

Law school and academic background

William completed J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.S. University in Arizona State University. 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

  • State Bar of California State Bar of Arizona State Bar Association of North Dakota American Bar Association

    Member, Tort and Insurance Practice Section · membership

Locations

William Kent Johanneson's office in Porter Ranch

William's primary office is at 18740 Willowtree Ln, Porter Ranch, CA, 91326-3900. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

18740 Willowtree Ln

Porter Ranch, CA 91326-3900

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Hiring guide

How to hire William Kent Johanneson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Porter Ranch, California

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about William Kent Johanneson

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

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business 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 Porter Ranch?

    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 business 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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