William G. Seidlitz IV (Billy) is an Associate Attorney at Easton & Easton, LLP, dedicated to helping individuals who have been injured through the negligence of others.
Billy graduated top of his class from the University of California, Riverside, earning his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Business Administration in 2022. He was named to the Dean’s and Chancellor’s List for high achievement all four years and graduated magna cum laude. During his time at UC Riverside, Billy spent a quarter at the UC satellite campus in Washington, D.C. (UCDC Program), where he served as a legislative intern in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Billy then attended Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law on a full merit scholarship, earning his J.D. in 2025. At Chapman, Billy received multiple CALI Excellence for the Future Awards and was heavily involved in multiple law society boards, including the Christian Law Society, Corporate Law Society (Executive Board Member), and Chapman’s distinguished Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Team. As a board member and competitor on the ADR Team, Billy won several competitions throughout California and qualified for the ADR National Championship in Chicago, where he placed in the top 5 of all competitors in the United States. Billy was also actively involved in the Student Volunteer Admissions Program, helping welcome and mentor the next generation of law students at Chapman.
Billy began his legal career when he was selected to serve as a summer associate in the Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) prestigious Washington, D.C. area office during his 1L summer. Upon returning to California, Billy set his eyes on helping people through personal injury law and has since dedicated his legal career to that mission.
Personal Note
Outside the office, Billy is a contributing writer at the East Village Times. He enjoys spending time at the driving range, cheering on the Lakers, volunteering at his church, and relaxing at the beach with friends and family.
Experience Overview
Billy brings a strong academic record and practical experience from his time as a JAG summer associate and his success in competitive advocacy. His ADR national championship experience demonstrates his ability to advocate effectively for clients in negotiation and mediation settings. His legislative internship in the U.S. House of Representatives provided valuable insight into the legislative process and government operations.
Awards & Recognitions
- ADR National Championship — Top 5 in the United States (Chicago)
- Multiple CALI Excellence for the Future Awards — Chapman Law
- Full Merit Scholarship — Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law
- Dean’s and Chancellor’s List — All 4 years, UC Riverside
- Magna Cum Laude — UC Riverside
**Awards and recognition are not guarantees of future results. Selection criteria vary by organization.
Professional Memberships
- Orange County Bar Association (OCBA)
- Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)
- Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA)
Clerkships, Government Service, or Special Appointments
- Summer Associate — Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Office, Washington, D.C. (1L Summer)
Community Involvement
- Church volunteer; Student Volunteer Admissions Program at Chapman Law — mentoring incoming law students
Notable Case Results
- N/A — Newly admitted attorney (December 2025)
*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.
Education
- Chapman University Dale E. Fowler School of Law — J.D., 2025 (Full Merit Scholarship; Multiple CALI Excellence for the Future Awards; ADR Team Board Member — National Championship Top 5; Corporate Law Society Executive Board Member; Christian Law Society; Student Volunteer Admissions Program)
- University of California Washington Program (UCDC) — Fall 2021 (Legislative Intern, U.S. House of Representatives)
- University of California, Riverside — B.A., Political Science & Business Administration, magna cum laude, 2022 (Dean’s and Chancellor’s List all 4 years)
Bar Admissions
- California, December 2025 (Bar #364937)
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury Litigation
Publications & Speaking Engagements
- Contributing Writer — East Village Times
Media Appearances
- https://www.instagram.com/p/DOHfnMajLyP/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/chapman-university-school-of-law_chapmanu-chapmanlaw-lawschoollife-activity-7292957653041852416-alCm/
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/chapman-university-school-of-law_chapmanu-chapmanlaw-lawschoollife-activity-7260350336358363136–NfD/
Languages
- English (Primary)
Easton & Easton has been recognized by TopVerdict.com Top 10 Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement in Los Angeles for 2025, for the case Bicyclist v. Inattentive Driver — the fifth time the firm has appeared on a TopVerdict list across nine years, and a recognition that arrives in the firm’s 35th anniversary year.
The superior client service Easton & Easton provides has earned the firm an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen anew each year since 2014 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the "Best Law Firms" for the Southern California Metro Area.
Easton & Easton is honored to have been chosen by OC Register Voters as "The Best Law Firm in Orange County” each year since voting began in 2022.
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton have all been selected as Top 100 Trial Lawyers for California by the National Trial Lawyers — a membership organization limited to less than 1% of attorneys.
Doug, Brian, Matt, Travis and Gabe have each been selected to "Best Lawyers" for Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation. Best Lawyers selects the Top 5% of attorneys based on peer voting and client reviews.
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as the #1 Bicycle Accident Settlement in California in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton was named a Tier 1 firm in Southern California by U.S. News & World Report — the highest ranking a law firm can achieve. Selection is based on client feedback, peer reputation, and professional excellence. When independent evaluators rank the best, we're at the top.
Travis Easton, Gabe Mendoza, Brenda Kocaj, and Alexandro Garza were selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars — honoring the top 2.5% of attorneys 40 or younger in California.
Easton & Easton was voted "Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" by readers of the Los Angeles Times in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Three years in a row — chosen by the people we serve
Doug, Brian, and Matt Easton were once again selected to Super Lawyers — a distinction earned by only 5% of California attorneys. Selection is based on peer nominations, independent research, and professional achievement. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring attorneys in the top 5%.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a Top 10 Personal Injury Settlement in California in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Easton & Easton received the "People Love Us On Yelp" award in 2016 due to exceptional client satisfaction reviews.Our clients don't just hire us — they recommend us.
Easton & Easton was recently honored for securing a $32,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 20 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2024 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian, Matt, and Travis Easton are lifetime members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — a distinction held by less than 1% of U.S. attorneys. Membership requires securing a verdict or settlement of $2 million or more. When you hire Easton & Easton, you're hiring proven results - because Results Matter.
Doug Easton has held the "AV Preeminent" Rating for over 30 years, and Matt Easton received this prestigious distinction in 2015. The AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards, based on the legal profession's oldest peer review rating system — dating back to 1887. When your peers have trusted your ability and integrity for over three decades, that says everything.
We were recently honored for securing a $26,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as a the #1 Personal Injury Settlement in Los Angeles County in 2023 by TopVerdict.com.
Brian Easton was selected to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2015. ABOTA is one of the most premier associations of trial attorneys and judges, requiring a proven track record of jury trials as lead counsel and approval by a majority vote of the ABOTA board. Membership isn't given — it's earned in the courtroom.
Travis Easton, Gabe Mendoza, and Brenda Kocaj were selected to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 — an invitation-only honor recognizing the nation's top young trial attorneys. At Easton & Easton, experience and ambition work side by side.
Easton & Easton was honored for securing a $20,000,000 settlement for our client, which was selected as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements in the entire United States in 2019 by TopVerdict.com.
Both Doug and Matt Easton have been selected as Top Personal Injury Attorneys by Avvo with scores of 10 out of 10 — based on skill, experience, results, peer evaluations, and client reviews. A perfect score. No room for higher.
Easton & Easton was honored to have been chosen by the LA Times Reader's Choice Poll as "The Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Orange County" for 2018-2020 (each year the voting took place).
We were recently honored for our efforts in securing a $1,850,000 verdict for a client, which was selected as one of the Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2016 by TopVerdict.com.
Awards/recognitions noted are from organizations recognized within the legal profession as bona fide.
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