Atty. William John Leeder III

Atty. William John Leeder III

William John Leeder III is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental litigation, litigation and 9 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About William John Leeder III at a glance

William John Leeder III is a contracts, personal injury, business, breach of contract, and trade secrets attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 2004) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William John Leeder III is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental litigation, litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • William practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William John Leeder III's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Breach of Contract

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Trade Secrets

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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 Grand Rapids 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 John Leeder III

Where is William John Leeder III's law office located?
William John Leeder III's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William John Leeder III handle?
William John Leeder III focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, breach of contract, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William John Leeder III practiced law?
William John Leeder III has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did William John Leeder III go to law school?
William John Leeder III earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact William John Leeder III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 2004
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005

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