Alan is an elite California trial lawyer with decades of courtroom dominance and a national reputation for winning high stakes litigation.

Alan Brown

Mr. Alan C. Brown, Esq. is a nationally recognized attorney and one of California’s top 10 trial lawyers, known for his exceptional expertise in personal injury law, medical malpractice, dental malpractice, and legal malpractice litigation. With over three decades of experience, Alan has become a legal powerhouse, driving landmark successes for his clients across California and beyond. Since joining forces with Williams & Williams in 2023 to form Brown & Williams, he has continued to lead the firm with a relentless pursuit of justice that has defined his career. Alan’s legal acumen has earned him a place among the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Trial Lawyers, a testament to his skill, dedication, and impact in the courtroom. His practice, 100% devoted to litigation, has achieved a remarkable success rate in defending physicians, attorneys, and other professionals against claims of negligence and malicious prosecution. Under his leadership, Brown & Williams has become synonymous with legal excellence, securing substantial settlements and justice for its clients. In addition to his exceptional legal practice, Alan is a respected educator and leader in the legal community. He served as President of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association in 2009 and is a proud member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Alan also shares his knowledge as an adjunct professor at Western State University, where he inspires the next generation of legal professionals.

Education

J.D. – Gonzaga University School of Law, Spokane, Washington
B.A. in Political Science and History – Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York

Bar Admissions

California 1993
U.S. District Court, Central District of California 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California 2017

Honors and Awards

Top 100 Lawyers in California – National Trial Lawyers Association
Top 3 Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs – Super Lawyers 2020
AV Preeminent Rating – Martindale -Hubbell (Top rating for legal ability & ethical standards)
Achieve”Lawyer of the Year” – Medical Malpractice Law, Orange County 2020, by Best Lawyers
Lifetime ment Membership – America’s Top 100 Attorneys
Presidential Award of Merit – Consumer Attorneys of California, 2009
Top 25 Motor Vehicle Lawyers – California and National Trial Lawyers Association
Super Lawyers Member – 2016, 2017, 2018
Senior Life Fellow Member & Patriot Level Supporter – American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
Certificate of Recognition – California State Assembly
Fellow – Litigation Counsel of America
Best of the Best Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney
Best Lawyers in Southern California – The Wall Street Journal, 2018 & 2021
Top 2020 Lawyer – Orange Coast Magazine

Professional Associations and Memberships

Adjunct Professor of Law – Western State University, College of Law
Lecturer – Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB), National Business Institute, California State University, Long Beach
Past Participant – Forensic Expert Certificate Program
Special Master – California State Bar Association
Committee Member – Orange County Bar Association (Fee Dispute, Medical-Legal Liaison)
Arbitrator – Orange County Bar, Fee Dispute Panel
Board of Directors – Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), Robert Banyard Inns of Court (past)
Past President – Orange County Trial Lawyers Association
Member – American Inns of Court, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, Consumer Attorneys of California, Orange County Down Syndrome Association, Down Syndrome Association of Orange County, Tustin Chamber of Commerce, Motor Vehicle TLA
Super Lawyers – Elected Member (2014-2017)
Volunteer Certificate of Appreciation – Orange County Bar Association, 2017
Recommended Business Award – Trabuco Canyon Business Owners

Recent Blogs

April 2025

What is California’s New “Daylighting Law” and How Does It Impact You?

March 2025

Insurance Fraud: What is it and how can you protect yourself?

Recommendations

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– Mari Kuroki

"Williams, Brown & Williams PC were great from the beginning. They took care or the things I needed after my accident. They pushed the insurance companies into action. Don't trust the adjusters to do what's best for you or for your family. No need to go at it alone. They gave really gave me peace of mind throughout the process. I highly recommend them!!"

– Robert Estrada

"They were very kind, and I really appreciate it. They truly were a great help when I needed it the most."

– Serma Gómez

"I have worked with the lawyers at Williams, Brown & Williams PC for many years because I trust them and they are experts, who are very skilled at managing cases and securing the best compensation possible for their clients. I am very satisfied with them and recommend that anyone who is involved in an accident or has any other problems go to these lawyers because they are very specialized and honest attorneys."

– Amparo Sanchez

"They are very efficient in their work and very reliable. I recommend them wholeheartedly."

– Maria Salmeron