W. Timothy Needham

Mr. Needham is an experienced trial attorney who has tried in excess of forty jury cases in numerous courts throughout the State of California. The emphasis of his practice includes personal injury, insurance coverage, real estate, construction, professional liability, and complex business claims.

Born and raised in Humboldt County, Mr. Needham graduated magna cum laude from Humboldt State University (1977) and received his legal education at the University of California, Davis (J.D., 1980), where he was a member of the Law Review (1979-1980).

Mr. Needham joined the firm in 1981, following service as a law clerk to the Alaska Courts. He served as a member of the Judicial Council Committee on Uniform Local Rules and is a member of the State Bars of Alaska, California, and U.S. District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Southern, and Central Districts of California. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. He is presently a director of KEET public television and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates.

Email: tneedham@janssenlaw.com