Yakov P. Wiegmann
Associate
Yakov Wiegmann concentrates his practice on product liability defense. Mr. Wiegmann has represented various clients in complex product liability litigation, including manufacturers of agricultural and construction equipment, pumps, insulation products, electronics, juvenile products, and glass bottles. He has also represented plaintiffs and defendants in various other areas of litigation, including business disputes and personal injury matters. Mr. Wiegmann has experience in all stages of civil litigation, including
pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, pretrial proceedings, trial, and
appeal.
Pro Bono Activities
Mr. Wiegmann has provided pro bono representation to clients seeking political asylum and tenants facing eviction.
Education
University of California — Hastings College of the Law(J.D., 2006)CALI and Witkin Awards in Criminal Procedure and Animal Law
CALI Award in Negotiation/Mediation
University of California, Berkeley(B.A., Political Science, 2001)