Atty. William L Thorpe

Atty. William L Thorpe

Mr. William L Thorpe is a lawyer practicing litigation, business and personal injury torts, commercial law and 1 other area of law.

Phoenix Phoenix 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (602) 490-0757 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William L Thorpe at a glance

William L Thorpe is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Thorpe Shwer P C. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1978). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1978) and Stanford University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William L Thorpe is a lawyer practicing litigation, business and personal injury torts, commercial law and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices at Thorpe Shwer, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

William L Thorpe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William L Thorpe 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.

William L Thorpe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arizona →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William L Thorpe is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →

Civil Litigation

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

William L Thorpe is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arizona →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

Looking for additional Arizona attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Phoenix or all attorneys in Arizona.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about William L Thorpe

Where is William L Thorpe's law office located?
William L Thorpe's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Thorpe Shwer P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L Thorpe handle?
William L Thorpe focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has William L Thorpe practiced law?
William L Thorpe has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William L Thorpe go to law school?
William L Thorpe earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact William L Thorpe for a consultation?
You can contact William L Thorpe 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 Thorpe received?
William L Thorpe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1978
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1978

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.