Atty. William E. Rooney

Atty. William E. Rooney

William E. Rooney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law.

Holyoke Holyoke 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (413) 779-3418

Profile Summary

About William E. Rooney at a glance

William E. Rooney is a Member based in Holyoke, Massachusetts, practicing at Chartier, Ogan, Brady, Sarnacki, Leahy & Rooney. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1993) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1997). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1992) and St. Anselm College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hampden County and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serves clients in Holyoke, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William E. Rooney is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from St. Anselm College in 1978, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • William practices at Chartier, Ogan, Brady, Sarnacki, Leahy & Rooney in Holyoke, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William E. Rooney's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William E. Rooney is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

William E. Rooney is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William E. Rooney is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Holyoke are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E. Rooney

Where is William E. Rooney's law office located?
William E. Rooney's law practice is located in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The firm is Chartier, Ogan, Brady, Sarnacki, Leahy & Rooney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E. Rooney handle?
William E. Rooney focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William E. Rooney practiced law?
William E. Rooney has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did William E. Rooney go to law school?
William E. Rooney earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact William E. Rooney for a consultation?
You can contact William E. Rooney 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 E. Rooney received?
William E. Rooney's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western New England College
- 1992
B.A.
St. Anselm College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997

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