Practice areas
Civil Litigation Defense: Defending civil litigation matters filed in either state or federal courts that are not criminal in nature. My primary practice areas falling under the broad category of civil litigation defense include: (1) civil rights/municipal defense; (2) personal injury defense; (3) products liability defense; and (4) automobile/trucking defense
8 years
Municipal Liability Defense: Representation of various municipalities (counties, cities, towns) at both the state and federal levels involving constitutional claims (excessive force, false arrest, etc.) and claims of personal injury.
8 years
Representation of primarily employer defendants sued in state and federal court actions, together with claims brought before the New York State Division of Human Rights and the EEOC, relating to labor and employment claims (discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, etc.).
8 years
Representation of various individuals, municipalities and corporate entities at both the state and federal venues (premises liability, automobile/trucking litigation, products liability).
8 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2006 | 02/24/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Rising Stars, Civil Litigation Defense | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Rising Stars, Civil Litigation Defense | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
Pro Bono Service Award | United States District Court | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, PC | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | Bailey, Kelleher and Johnson, P.C. | 2012 - 2014 |
Attorney | Towne, Ryan and Partners | 2011 - 2012 |
Attorney | Thuillez, Ford, Gold, Butler & Young | 2008 - 2011 |
Attorney | Pennock, Breedlove & Noll, LLP | 2006 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Defense Research Institute of Northeastern New York | Board Member | 2015 - Present |
Defense Research Institute | 2010 - Present | |
New York State Bar Association | 2006 - Present | |
Albany County Bar Association | 2006 - Present | |
Saratoga County Bar Association | 2006 - Present |
Capital District Trial Lawyers Association | 2006 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Syracuse | JD - Juris Doctor | 2005 |
Siena College | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2002 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Varela v. County of Rensselaer | Prevailed on Motion |
Kaczmarek v. City of Schenectady | Prevailed on Motion |
Cascio v. Nettles | Prevailed on Motion |
Medina v. Hunt | Verdict in favor of plaintiff client |
Posted by Alex
May 13, 2014
Daniel Rubin, Civil rights Attorney on Jul 14, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. I had occasion to meet Bill while i was a law clerk in federal court, and have continued to keep him in the highest esteem. Bill is passionate, competent, and well respected by his peers.
Kevin Colwell, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 5, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Daniel Rubin, Civil rights Attorney on Jul 14, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I had occasion to meet Bill while i was a law clerk in federal court, and have continued to keep him in the highest esteem. Bill is passionate, competent, and well respected by his peers.
Kevin Colwell, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Shawn Lescault, Unknown Attorney on Sep 27, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Laura Hoffman, Litigation Attorney on May 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I am impressed with his knowledge of the law and his character. He is professional and hard working. I highly recommend his legal services.