William Forman

William Forman is a candidate for Judge of the Superior Court Office No. 154 Primary Election in 2026 in Los Angeles County, California. Running as Non-Partisan (Registered as a Democrat).

Judge of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County in Los Angeles, California

William Forman was appointed to the Los Angeles County Superior Court by Governor Gavin Newsom in June 2025. Prior to his appointment, he was a Partner at Winston & Strawn, LLP starting in 2021. His previous experience includes being a Partner at Scheper Kim & Harris, LLP from 2009 to 2021, Counsel at Wilmer Hale from 2008 to 2009, and an Associate at Heller Ehrman White & McAuliffe from 2003 to 2008. Forman also served as a Deputy Federal Public Defender for the Central District of California from 1997 to 2003. He began his legal career as an Associate at Arnold & Porter from 1992 to 1997 and at Jeffer Mangels Butler & Marmaro from 1990 to 1991. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School and an A.B. in History from Princeton University.