Atty. William J. Rodgers

Atty. William J. Rodgers

Mr. William J.

Detroit Detroit 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Rodgers at a glance

William J. Rodgers is a Member based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Connolly, Rodgers & Scharman, PLLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1972), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1974), and District of Columbia (1974). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1968) and Cornell University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William J. Rodgers is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, litigation, intellectual property
  • William received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices at Connolly, Rodgers & Scharman, PLLC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Rodgers's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William J. Rodgers is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

William J. Rodgers is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

William J. Rodgers is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William J. Rodgers

Where is William J. Rodgers's law office located?
William J. Rodgers's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Connolly, Rodgers & Scharman, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Rodgers handle?
William J. Rodgers focuses on employment, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William J. Rodgers practiced law?
William J. Rodgers has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William J. Rodgers go to law school?
William J. Rodgers earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact William J. Rodgers for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Rodgers 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 J. Rodgers received?
William J. Rodgers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1968
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eas
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Fourth Circuits and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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