For public adjusters
You’ve documented the loss and worked to resolve the claim. When the dispute requires litigation, we evaluate the legal case and discuss the next steps with the policyholder.
Working with public adjustersArizona storm damage and property insurance litigation
WJ Gould Law represents policyholders in first-party property insurance litigation, with a focus on storm damage claims. We work with public adjusters and referring law firms when a disputed claim needs to move beyond pre-suit negotiations.
Property insurance litigation
Storm damage. Policyholder representation.
Defined referral and co-counsel roles
Scope and responsibilities addressed in writing.
Direct attorney involvement
William J. Gould · AZ Bar #037003
A litigation resource for your property claims
For referring law firms
Your firm has developed the claim through pre-suit negotiations. When litigation becomes the next step, we evaluate the matter for referral or substantive co-counsel representation.
Attorney referrals and co-counselOur litigation approach
From a disputed claim to a developed case
Storm damage remains the focus. Litigation is the core of the practice. When pre-suit efforts have not resolved a claim, we assess the evidence and take responsibility for the legal work within the agreed engagement.
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Review the dispute
After conflicts screening, we review the policy, claim history, estimates and the carrier’s position to assess whether litigation is appropriate.
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Define the engagement
For an accepted matter, we address scope, fees, expenses, communication and responsibility for deadlines in writing with the client and any co-counsel.
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Develop the case
The litigation work may include pleadings, written discovery, depositions, expert coordination and motions, depending on the issues in dispute.
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Pursue resolution
We evaluate settlement opportunities as the evidence develops and prepare for trial when needed. Strategy follows the case and the client’s objectives.
An inquiry does not transfer a case or responsibility for a deadline. We confirm acceptance and the scope of representation in writing.
Storm damage remains our focus
Hail, wind and other property losses can leave disputes over coverage, cause of loss and the cost of repair. We represent Arizona homeowners and small businesses in the first-party property claims that follow.
Storm perils we handle
Arizona Hail Damage Lawyer
When a hailstorm wrecks your roof, your insurer has a financial interest in paying you as little as possible. We don't. WJ Gould Law represents Arizona homeowners and small businesses in hail damage insurance claims — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Arizona Wind Damage Lawyer
Arizona monsoons and microbursts wreck roofs every summer. The damage is real; the carrier's first offer rarely is. WJ Gould Law represents Arizona homeowners and small businesses in wind damage insurance claims — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Arizona Fire Damage Lawyer
After a fire, you need to rebuild your life. Your insurer needs to manage their loss ratio. Those goals are not aligned. WJ Gould Law represents Arizona homeowners and small businesses in fire damage insurance claims — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Arizona Roof Damage Lawyer
Your roof is the most-fought-over line item in storm damage insurance claims. Carriers will pay for a few shingles when you need a full roof. WJ Gould Law represents Arizona homeowners and small businesses in roof damage insurance claims — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Arizona Tree Damage Lawyer
Monsoon winds bring trees down on Arizona homes every summer. Carriers love to call it an 'act of God' and pay as little as possible. WJ Gould Law represents Arizona homeowners and small businesses in tree damage insurance claims — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Claim disputes we handle
Arizona Denied Insurance Claim Lawyer
A denial isn't the end of your claim — it's the start of the disputed phase. WJ Gould Law reviews your denial letter, your policy, and the loss, then takes on the carrier — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Arizona Bad Faith & Underpaid Claim Lawyer
A lowball isn't a take-it-or-leave-it — it's a contract dispute over the scope, and delay or a bad-faith denial can add remedies the policy alone doesn't. WJ Gould Law reviews the carrier's estimate free and takes on the fight on contingency.
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Arizona Water Damage & Slab Leak Lawyer
"Sudden and accidental" is the whole fight on most Arizona water claims. When the carrier calls your burst pipe or slab leak 'gradual' to deny or underpay it, WJ Gould Law pushes back — on contingency, with no fee unless we recover for you.
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Attorney William J. Gould
Founder, WJ Gould Law PLLC. Admitted in Arizona and Minnesota.
Bill Gould focuses his practice on first-party property insurance litigation for Arizona policyholders, with an emphasis on storm damage. He works with public adjusters and referring law firms when a disputed claim needs to move beyond pre-suit negotiations.
JD from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. MBA from Iowa State University. Undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2021) and Minnesota (2021).
Bill handles each accepted matter personally. The engagement defines the litigation work, communication and responsibilities so the client and any co-counsel know what to expect.
Read Full BioAbout WJ Gould Law
WJ Gould Law PLLC is a solo Arizona law firm focused on first-party property insurance litigation for policyholders. Attorney William J. Gould handles each accepted matter personally.
Public adjusters and law firms bring a developed claim history to the table. We use that work to assess the dispute, identify the evidence needed and plan the litigation. Policyholders can also contact us directly for a free consultation.
More about the firmFree consultation. No fee unless we recover.
Tell us about your claim. We'll review the loss, the policy, and the carrier's position — at no cost.
Call: (602) 396-1658 (24/7)
Email: intake@wjgouldlaw.com
Location: Mesa, Arizona (consultations by appointment)