William Pettersen , Esq.

William Pettersen , Esq.

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Colchester, VT
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

1084 East Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, VT

About William

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Vermont for 11 years

State: Vermont

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Pettersen Law PLLC

1084 East Lakeshore Dr., Colchester, VT, 05446

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William Pettersen , Esq.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great attorney

William was so patient and kind throughout my mother’s divorce at 71 years old. He worked diligently to get her the absolute best outcome.

Posted by Katie | March 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

10/10 Would Divorce with William Again

I highly recommend William to anyone going through a divorce — especially if you're looking for an attorney who brings both compassion and strength to the table. From the very beginning, William approached my case with professionalism and empathy. He truly listened, made sure I understood the proc...ess, and gave thoughtful, level-headed guidance at every step. What sets him apart is his ability to remain calm and strategic, even when things get tense. He doesn’t get rattled or reactive — he focuses on what matters most and knows exactly when to push and how to fight smart. In my case, William went above and beyond in his preparation. He found an old court case that ended up being key to securing a win for me. That level of research and dedication really shows the depth of his legal knowledge and how seriously he takes his work. Divorce is never easy, but having William in my corner gave me peace of mind. He’s the kind of attorney who makes you feel supported, respected, and genuinely cared for — while also being a powerful advocate when it counts. I’m incredibly grateful I found him.

Posted by Dan | March 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I Highly recommend William Pettersen

I recently completed my divorce which took over one year. For the entire time, William was the utmost professional and provided guidance, patience, support and was an excellent listener too. You'll find no arrogance in any of your dealings with William. He is direct, easy to understand. He's also ope...n to consider a different approach on an issue through open discussion. In other words, its not his way or the highway kind of attitude. He'll lay everything out for you so there are no unknowns. I highly recommend William!

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Perfect attorney.

William helped me with my legal issue, and I very much liked him because he was knowledgeable, calm, and friendly. Great communication too.

Posted by Crystal | March 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Representation through divorce

William Pettersen represented me through my divorce. He was professional, respectful, and made sure that my best interests were met. I am grateful to have had him represent me through a difficult time. I would hire him again if ever I needed representation.

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2012

Nominee for the Paul Lisnek Award in Trial Advocacy, University of Illinois College of Law

2009

University of Illinois Law Review Writing Competition, University of Illinois College of Law

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Pettersen Law PLLC

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Monaghan Safar Ducham

2015 - 2015

Law Clerk, Williamson Law Office PLLC

2014 - 2015

Judicial Law Clerk, Seventh District Court of Utah

2013 - 2013

Judicial Law Clerk, Lamoille County Superior Court

Associations

2018 - Present

Vermont Employment Lawyers Association

2016 - Present

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Member

2016 - Present

Chittenden County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

Leadership Champlain, Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce

Member

2017 - 2020

Chittenden County Landlord-Tenant Clinic

Pro bono volunteer

Education

2016

University of Illinois Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Vermont

Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2023

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Cross-Cultural Lawyering

2023

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Pandemic Impact on the Practice of Law

2021

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Cryptocurrency, Cybersecurity and Privacy

2021

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Employment Law

2020

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Disability Law

2019

Central Vermont American Inns of Court

Professionalism and Wellness

2018

Leadership Champlain

Analysis of Recovery Home Need & Support in Vermont

2018

Judicial Ethics & Abbreviated Primer for the Information of Counsel

Judicial Ethics

2017

To Plead or Not To Plead, Expecting the Unexpected in the Trump Era

Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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