Atty. William A. Ramsey

Atty. William A. Ramsey

William Ramsey represents clients on appeals, defends medical malpractice and general liability claims, and litigates business and commercial matters, including disputes related to copyright and trademark rights. He also represents corporate and professional clients with licensing and compliance issues.

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About William A. Ramsey at a glance

William A. Ramsey is a medical malpractice attorney based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Barrett McNagny LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Indiana (2006). Educated at Indiana University Bloomington (J.D., 2006) and Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Ramsey represents clients on appeals, defends medical malpractice and general liability claims, and litigates business and commercial matters, including disputes related to copyright and trademark rights
  • He also represents corporate and professional clients with licensing and compliance issues
  • He has jury trial experience and has appeared before the Indiana Court of Appeals, Indiana Tax Court, and the Indiana Supreme Court for oral arguments
  • William is a member of the Allen County Bar Association (ACBA), the Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA), and the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana
  • He is a past co-chair of the ISBA’s written publications committee, the current vice-chair of the ACBA’s appellate section, and a member of the ACBA Civil Litigation Section’s executive committee
  • William has published articles in a variety of legal publications and regularly contributes to the Appellate section of the Barrett McNagny blog
  • He also regularly gives presentations on various legal issues
  • He has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV® Preeminent™ rated attorney based on peer review ratings
  • The Indiana Super Lawyers© publication has selected him for inclusion since 2017 in the area of litigation, and he was previously selected several times as a “Rising Star”
  • He has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® publication since 2018 the area of Medical Malpractice and Professional Malpractice for defendants
  • He has been included as a “Top Lawyer” in the Fort Wayne Monthly publication and is a past recipient of both a first and second place Harrison Legal Writing Award from the Indiana State Bar Association
  • Will serves on the board of directors for Science Central and on the Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne English Department’s Advisory Board
  • In 2018, he was named by Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly a Forty Under 40 award recipient
  • After receiving his B.A. in English from Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, William earned his J.D., magna cum laude, in 2006 from Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington
  • He is admitted to practice before the Indiana state courts and the U.S
  • District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana and Eastern District of Michigan

Practice Areas Explained

William A. Ramsey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A. Ramsey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Wayne are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William A. Ramsey

Where is William A. Ramsey's law office located?
William A. Ramsey's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Barrett McNagny LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A. Ramsey handle?
William A. Ramsey focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has William A. Ramsey practiced law?
William A. Ramsey has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did William A. Ramsey go to law school?
William A. Ramsey earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A.).
How can I contact William A. Ramsey for a consultation?
You can contact William A. Ramsey directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William A. Ramsey received?
William A. Ramsey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University Bloomington
- 2006
B.A.
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Fort Wayne)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Fort Wayne)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Fort Wayne)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Fort Wayne)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 2006

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