Terry Buller

Terry Buller has devoted his career to advocating for injury victims, consistently achieving significant results in complex negligence and malpractice cases. Since 1976, he has represented individuals harmed by medical errors, product defects, motor vehicle accidents, and workplace injuries. His trial record includes multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, making him a trusted advocate for clients facing life-changing harm.

Terry began his studies at San Francisco State University, where he graduated magna cum laude. He later pursued graduate work in experimental psychology before deciding to enter the legal field. At the University of San Francisco School of Law, he earned his Juris Doctor, contributed to law review, mentored special admission students, and clerked with a respected Oakland personal injury firm. He became a member of the California State Bar in December 1976 and soon won his first product liability trial.

Terry has handled a wide variety of cases, including medical malpractice, catastrophic birth injuries, motor vehicle and trucking accidents, maritime injury claims, and legal malpractice. His work has also extended to cases involving airplanes, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians. Notably, he secured settlements exceeding $28 million in a medical negligence case and multimillion-dollar results in malpractice claims involving childbirth injuries.

Terry’s professional excellence has been recognized through distinctions such as an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, acknowledgment as a Northern California Super Lawyer, and induction into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He has also been listed among America’s Top 100 Attorneys and recognized by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel as part of the Top One Percent. These honors reflect both his skill and dedication to client advocacy.

Terry Buller continues to focus on helping individuals and families pursue justice after devastating accidents and negligence. His decades of courtroom and settlement experience, combined with his commitment to client care, have made him a respected figure in the legal community and a powerful voice for those seeking fair compensation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Venardi Zurada LLP
• Member, State Bar of California
• Sustaining Member, Alameda Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Association For Justice
• Former Chairperson, Alameda County Bar Association
• Settlement Commissioner, Alameda County Superior Court

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of San Francisco School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• San Francisco State University
  Bachelor’s degree

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