Atty. William M O'Connor

Atty. William M O'Connor

William M O'Connor is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, arbitration and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Dallas Dallas 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About William M O'Connor at a glance

William M O'Connor is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Thompson & Knight LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and New Jersey United States District Courts for the Western, Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts o (1987). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Fordham University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William M O'Connor is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, arbitration and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices at Thompson & Knight LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

William M O'Connor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William M O'Connor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William M O'Connor is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William M O'Connor

Where is William M O'Connor's law office located?
William M O'Connor's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Thompson & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M O'Connor handle?
William M O'Connor focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William M O'Connor practiced law?
William M O'Connor has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William M O'Connor go to law school?
William M O'Connor earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact William M O'Connor for a consultation?
You can contact William M O'Connor 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 M O'Connor received?
William M O'Connor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1980
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
New Jersey United States District Courts for the Western, Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts o
Admitted: 1987

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