Atty. William L. Gardner

Atty. William L. Gardner

Mr. William L.

Washington Washington 58 yrs experience 58 year
Call (202) 367-9055 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William L. Gardner at a glance

William L. Gardner is a Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Morgan Lewis And Bockius Llp. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1968) and Massachusetts (1979). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1968) and Duke University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William L. Gardner is a lawyer practicing litigation, corporate investigations, criminal defense
  • William received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

William L. Gardner's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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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Civil Litigation

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

William L. Gardner is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William L. Gardner

Where is William L. Gardner's law office located?
William L. Gardner's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Morgan Lewis And Bockius Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L. Gardner handle?
William L. Gardner focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has William L. Gardner practiced law?
William L. Gardner has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William L. Gardner go to law school?
William L. Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact William L. Gardner for a consultation?
You can contact William L. Gardner 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 L. Gardner received?
William L. Gardner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1968
A.B.
Duke University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1979

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