Alan R. Brayton

Alan R. Brayton is a highly experienced trial lawyer with over forty years of legal practice. He focuses on personal injury law, asbestos litigation, products liability, and mass tort cases at Brayton Purcell LLP. He has represented clients across the United States and is widely known for his work in asbestos-related disease claims. His legal work includes trials, settlements, and appellate advocacy. He has argued cases before state supreme courts, federal courts, and courts of appeal with consistent results.

Alan earned his J.D. from the University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, Berkeley, California. He also holds an M.S. in Finance from the University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, and a B.S. in Economics from the United States Air Force Academy. This combination of legal and financial education supports his ability to handle complex litigation matters. His education helps him understand both legal strategy and case valuation.

Alan has handled asbestos claims, defective medical device litigation, and toxic exposure cases. He has served in key roles such as Plaintiffs’ Coordinating Counsel and committee member in multidistrict litigation. He has also worked with bankruptcy trusts to secure compensation for victims. His efforts have helped many individuals receive justice and financial recovery in difficult situations involving serious harm.

Alan R. Brayton has held leadership roles in major legal organizations and has contributed to discussions on consumer rights and legal access. He has spoken at legal conferences and worked on policy matters related to asbestos regulation. His consistent recognition, including top ratings and awards, shows his dedication to high standards in legal practice and client representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Brayton Purcell LLP
• Member of Board of Governors, Consumer Attorneys of California
• Member & Former President, Public Justice Foundation
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Marin County Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, San Francisco County Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Marin County Bar Association
• Master, American Inns of Court
• Member, Lawyer Friends of Wine
• Member of Board of Directors, Bay Area Legal Aid (BayLegal)
• Member of Board of Trustees, National Judicial College
• Member of Board of Directors, Lifehouse Agency
• Advisory Board Member, North Bay Children’s Center

Licensed State

• California

Education

• UC Berkeley School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California
  MS in Finance
• United States Air Force Academy
  BS in Economics

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