Atty. William D. Barwick
William D. Barwick practices in the area of litigation, representing clients in the manufacturing, banking and insurance industries in cases involving commercial disputes, corporate governance, insurance coverage, fiduciary disputes and product liability.
Business And Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 52+ Years Experience
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About William D. Barwick at a Glance
William D. Barwick is an Of Counsel based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Ichter Davis, LLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Georgia U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court for the Middle (1974). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Amherst College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William D. Barwick
- William D. Barwick practices in the area of litigation, representing clients in the manufacturing, banking and insurance industries in cases involving commercial disputes, corporate governance, insurance coverage, fiduciary disputes and product liability
- After serving three different terms on the State Bar of Georgia’s Disciplinary Board, he also provides counsel to attorneys and firms involved in potential malpractice claims
- Mr. Barwick has tried approximately 40 jury trials in state and federal courts as either first-chair or sole counsel
- He has defended insurance companies in complex multi-party fraud and RICO litigation, as well as bank trust departments in fiduciary and malpractice claims
- In addition, he has served as lead counsel in approximately 35 appellate cases in the Georgia Supreme Court, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for both the 5th and 11th Circuits
- Mr. Barwick is a 1974 graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and a graduate of Amherst College Experience • Ichter Davis, LLC – Of Counsel, 2021 to Present • Duane Morris LLP - Partner, 2010-present -- Atlanta Office Pro Bono Partner -- Atlanta Office Diversity and Inclusion Partner • Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP - Of Counsel/Partner, 1986-2010 • Peek & Whaley - Associate/Of Counsel, 1979-1986 • Smith, Cohen, Ringel, Kohler & Martin - Associate, 1974-1978 Civic and Charitable Activities • Georgia Army National Guard, 1971-1977 • University of Georgia Board of Visitors, 2010-2012 • High Museum of Art • Zoo Atlanta • Habitat for Humanity • Atlanta Botanical Gardens • Atlanta History Center • Historic Oakland Foundation • Grace United Methodist Church • Buckhead Baseball • Everybody Wins!
- Atlanta Honors and Awards • Listed in Georgia Super Lawyers, 2004-2020 • Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2006-2020 • Recipient of the 2011 Atlanta Bar Association Leadership Award
- This honor is presented to members who “inspire by their example, challenge by their deeds and reminds us all of our debt to our profession and our community.” • AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell ® AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell DistinguishedSM and Martindale-Hubbell NotableSM are Certification Marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell® certification procedures, standards and policies
- Selected Speaking Engagements • Speaker, “A Day With The Experts,” Georgia Chapter of Construction Financial Management Association’s 2012 Senior Management Spring Seminar, Atlanta, May 2, 2012 • Speaker, “Professionalism: More Than Just ‘Playing Nice,”‘ CLE Seminar, Atlanta, March 2018 • Speaker, “Fulton County Business Court,” Corporate Counsel Seminar, 2014 Professional Activities • Appointed to the Fulton County Court Improvement Task Force, 2011
- Co-Chair • State Bar of Georgia - Past President, 2003-2004 - Member, Disciplinary Board -- Board of Governors, 1989-2009 -- Younger Lawyer Division President, 1984-1985 -- Member/Advisor Business Court Committee, 2009-Present • Atlanta Bar Association - Past President, 1992-1993 • American Bar Association - Former State Representative to the House of Delegates • American Arbitration Association • Registered Civil Mediator by the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution • Georgia Bar Foundation, Fellow • Northern District of Georgia - President of the Bar Council, 2006
Practice Areas Explained
William D. Barwick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William D. Barwick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Trusts in Atlanta
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Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William D. Barwick is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Civil Litigation in Atlanta
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
William D. Barwick is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
Insurance Law in Atlanta
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Appellate Practice in Atlanta
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Atlanta Choose William D. Barwick
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish William D. Barwick's practice in the field of trusts, business, litigation, insurance, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William D. Barwick brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, business, and litigation, William D. Barwick can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means William D. Barwick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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