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William Charles Peacock
- Broad Channel, NY
- Licensed for 7 years
About William
Willie is an attorney licensed to practice in California since 2011. He has since added admissions in Missouri, New York, New Jersey, Iowa, Kansas and North Dakota.
He was born and raised in Missouri, went to high school and college in California, and returned there after attending the prestigious Washington and Lee University, School of Law in Lexington, Virginia. He relocated to New York and relaunched his law firm in 2018, focusing exclusively on retirement – estate planning and division of retirement accounts through qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs).
He has written for Thomson Reuters, Clio, and California Lawyer, and his writings have been cited by the American Bar Association, Above the Law, and other leading legal publications.
He is currently rated a perfect 10.0 by Avvo.com, and more importantly, has a perfect 5-star rating from his past clients on all major review sites.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English
Contact
235 E. Broadway Suite #1140
Long Beach, CA, 90802
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| KS | Authorized to practice law | 2019 | 10/11/2019 |
| ND | Authorized to practice law | 2019 | 11/18/2019 |
| NY | Currently registered | 2018 | 07/11/2019 |
| NJ | Active | 2018 | 10/24/2018 |
| IA | Active | 2018 | 11/05/2019 |
| MO | Good Standing, Active | 2015 | 10/24/2019 |
| CA | Active | 2011 | 11/04/2019 |
| Legal answers | 4 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Blawg 100 - Co-author of FindLaw's Technologist | ABA Law Journal | 2015 |
| Blawg 100 (Honoree) - Co-author of FindLaw's Technologist | ABA Law Journal | 2014 |
| Blawg 100 (Nominee) - Co-author of FindLaw's Technologist | ABA Law Journal | 2013 |
| Third Year Legal Service Award | Washington and Lee University School of Law | 2011 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Law Office of W. C. Peacock | 2012 - Present |
| Family Law Attorney and Marketing Director | Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC | 2015 - 2017 |
| Legal / Marketing | Thomson Reuters / FindLaw | 2012 - 2018 |
| Of Counsel | Liu Law Firm | 2011 - 2012 |
| Clerk/Intern | Roanoke County Circuit Court | 2010 - 2011 |
| Intern | Family Law Center, A Professional Corporation | 2010 - 2010 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County Bar Association | Barrister | 2015 - Present |
| Phi Delta Phi | Legal Honor Society/Fraternity Member | 2008 - Present |
| State Bar of California | Member | N/A |
| Fieldsports and Angling Society of W&L Law | President | 2010 - 2011 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| California Lawyer Magazine | The State of Facebook and Family Law | 2016 |
| California Lawyer Magazine | The Death of Online Advertising: How Ad Blockers Will Change Law Firm Marketing | 2016 |
| California Lawyer Magazine | What Are Your New Year’s Resolutions? | 2016 |
| Clio Blog | 7 Things I’ve Learned Since Starting a Law Firm | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | Should Your Law Firm Upgrade to Windows 10 ASAP? | 2015 |
| FindLaw | Speak Softly, Carry a Big Brief? Masculine Voices Fall Short at SCOTUS: Study | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| FindLaw | One Small Step Toward Transparency: SCOTUS to Post Briefs Online | 2015 |
| FindLaw | This Is How I Got a Free Vanity Phone Line for My Law Firm | 2015 |
| FindLaw | Brain Drain: Are Law Schools Taking Less Qualified Students? | 2015 |
| FindLaw | 7 New Year's Resolutions for Law Students and Young Lawyers | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | Five Resources for the Agile Attorney | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | 10 Places Lawyers Can Advertise Online For Free | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | How Lawyers Should Handle Free Advice Seekers | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | 5 Considerations for Managing Law Firms’ Cash Flow | 2015 |
| Thomson Reuters | Three resolutions for in-house counsel for 2015 | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | 5 Tips For Determining Whether Your Contingency Fee is Reasonable | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | Should Your Law Firm Be a Boutique or Volume Practice? | 2015 |
| Clio Blog | Set Up Professional Email For Your Law Firm | 2015 |
| FindLaw | 2014 in Review: The SCOTUS Stories You Loved Most This Year | 2014 |
| FindLaw | 5 Signs That The Mystery Email in Your Inbox is a Virus | 2014 |
| FindLaw | DIY Law Firm Website? Here's Your Shopping List | 2014 |
| FindLaw | Swag for Specialties: Match Firm-Branded Giveaways to Practice Areas | 2014 |
| FindLaw | 5 Things Your Website Does That Will Make Clients Run | 2014 |
| FindLaw | Pay to Play: Your Firm's Facebook Page Will Soon Be Gagged | 2014 |
| Thomson Reuters | GC Q1 checklist: How do you stack up on this vital 'to do' list? | 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
| University of California - Davis | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2008 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Committee | Cheapskate's Guide to Online Marketing | 2016 |
| 4th Lunch & Learn | Online Legal Marketing Basics | 2015 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Adult Adoption | Adoption Granted |
Excellent, fair advice
Posted by Shelley
Mon Mar 09 2015
I most highly recommend this Counselor for your possible consideration !
Posted by David
Fri Mar 06 2015
Attorney endorsements
(20)James Parke, Family Attorney on Mar 25, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Ronald Funk, Appeals Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Willie is a great, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic advocate. I endorse this lawyer.
Kristen Holstrom, Child custody Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Peacock is incredibly hardworking and is an absolute asset to our legal community. He is professional and aggressively advocates for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Kristen Holstrom, Child custody Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Peacock is incredibly hardworking and is an absolute asset to our legal community. He is professional and aggressively advocates for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Dayn Holstrom, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2016
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Chandra Moss, Family Attorney on Jan 16, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
The thing about Willie is he's brilliant. You're in excellent hands when he's your lawyer.
Carrie Block, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 13, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Mary Melech, Government Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Peacock is an aggressive advocate who works tirelessly for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Elisabeth Lord, Family Attorney on Nov 20, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Marie Braun, Family Attorney on Nov 19, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Kathleen Keeley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 5, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
A creative and energetic advocate for his clients.
Sharon Anderson, Guardianship Attorney on Nov 4, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Willie is a detailed, knowledgeable advocate for his clients.
Samantha McBride, Family Attorney on Nov 4, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Daniel Taylor, General practice Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Had the distinct pleasure of working with Mr. Peacock. Recommended!
Lesley Montion-Garcia, Family Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've worked with Willie on family law matters and I'm completely confident in his legal skills and expertise. Willie demonstrates ethics and efficiency in every aspect of the practice of law. He's not only a great attorney, but a great person.
Nathaniel Smith, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I have no hesitation in endorsing Mr. Peacock as a lawyer who will fight diligently for his clients.
Sheila-Marie Finkelstein, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
William is a a pleasure to work with. He is highly intelligent and well educated on the subject matter. More importantly he is passionate about his practice.
Andrew Chow, General practice Attorney on Sep 6, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I am happy to endorse William -- he is smart, tenacious, trustworthy, and very personable. You can count on William to listen to your concerns, give you honest advice, and to stand up for you when it matters most.
Doria Laura, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Attorney Peacock is hard working, knowledgeable, and professional, and will represent you with diligence and determination. I highly recommend this lawyer for assistance with your legal matter.
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