Atty. William E. Willis

Atty. William E. Willis

William E. Willis is a lawyer practicing litigation.

New York New York 74 yrs experience 74 year
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Profile Summary

About William E. Willis at a glance

William E. Willis is a Senior Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1952). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1951) and Marshall University (A.B. DHL, 1948). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William E. Willis is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • William received a A.B. degree from Marshall University in 1948, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • William practices at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William E. Willis's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E. Willis

Where is William E. Willis's law office located?
William E. Willis's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E. Willis handle?
William E. Willis focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William E. Willis practiced law?
William E. Willis has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did William E. Willis go to law school?
William E. Willis earned their education at (J.D., 1951); (A.B. DHL, 1948).
How can I contact William E. Willis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William E. Willis received?
William E. Willis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1951
A.B. DHL
Marshall University
- 1948

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1952

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