Top Attorney – William Ward
La Jolla, CA WW/Press/ – William Ward, Esq. with The Ward Firm, was selected for inclusion as an exclusive Emerald Club Member into the Top Attorneys of North America 2026-2027 edition.
William Ward is a distinguished attorney with over 35 years of experience in California law, earning an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest national recognition for legal excellence and ethical standards. Specializing in construction law and civil litigation, Mr. Ward is a graduate of the Thomas Jefferson School of Law and has shared his expertise as a speaker at a Stanford University construction seminar and as a guest lecturer at the University of California, San Diego, focusing on civil litigation. His firm, The Ward Firm, is renowned for its team of hardworking and dedicated professionals who consistently deliver exceptional service to meet clients’ needs at the highest professional level.
In addition to his extensive legal practice, Mr. Ward has over five years of experience as an Arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association and other organizations, further solidifying his reputation as a respected authority in construction law. His contributions to the legal community have not gone unnoticed, as The Ward Firm has been consistently recognized as one of San Diego County’s Top Law Firms in Construction Law by San Diego Magazine from 2013 to 2025.
Mr. Ward’s accolades extend to numerous prestigious publications, including Legal Leaders, The National Law Journal, Corporate Counsel, and The American Lawyer. He has been named one of San Diego’s Top Attorneys by The San Diego Daily Transcript and was honored by the San Diego Trial Lawyers Association (now Consumer Attorneys of San Diego) for a notable jury verdict he achieved. Recently, Mr. Ward was selected as one of America’s Top 50 Lawyers in California for Construction Law, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to his field.
Licensed to practice law in California, Federal Courts, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, Mr. Ward’s credentials also include admission to the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., and the United States District Court in Hawaii. His extensive experience, combined with his unwavering commitment to excellence, has made William Ward a leading figure in construction law and civil litigation, earning the trust and respect of clients and peers alike.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.
