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5.0 /5.0
8 Client Reviews
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I am passionate representing people in complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries.
Holding wrongdoers accountable is a tremendous satisfaction. I do believe that the civil justice system is a powerful tool for positive change.
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Practice Areas
44 years | 100 cases
44 years | 500 cases
44 years | 75 cases
44 years | 1,000 cases
Free Consultation
$0 first 30 minutes
20%-40%
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
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1300 I street Suite 400E, Washington, DC, 20005
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Posted by Ebony | May 16, 2014
I was in a car accident that changed the progressive trajectory of my life. William Lightfoot and his assistant Erika Thompson handled my case attentively and with diligence in addressing my concerns. He made himself available to meet with me and was patient in ensuring I understood all aspects of my...
Posted by Kenneth | May 20, 2012
They don't come any better than William P. Lightfoot. He is a very attentive, caring, extremely knowledgeable, and expeditious lawyer. He kept us informed and encouraged throughout the entire process. We thank God for him and his team of professionals. If you ever need a lawyer he is the man to call....
Posted by anonymous | May 4, 2012
Bill Lightfoot is an outstanding lawyer who always put my interests first. He kept me informed about all important developments in my case and made the entire experience a very positve one for me.
Posted by Eunice | November 16, 2010
I came to Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot seeking assistance and answers regarding the death of my husband. I was assigned to Mr. Justin Beall, who greeted me with warmth, compassion, understanding and patience. He never kept me waiting for a response via phone or email, and made a v...
Posted by Adriene J | October 23, 2010
This past June 24, 2010, the Master Colorist and Salon Manager at ULTA Hair Salon in Silver Spring, Md caused ALL of my nearly shoulder length hair to fall out. Thanks to the hair relaxer and color she applied the SAME day with a Redken blend she created herself to experiment with covering the gray w...
"I have been privileged to know Bill Lightfoot for over 25 years. Bill has the skill, patience, zealousness, and experience to achieve the very best results for all of his clients. His reputation in the DC legal community is unmatched, and he is held in the same high regard by not only his peers in the plaintiff's bar but also by defense attorneys and judges. His track record of success is built on not simply meeting his client's expectations but surpassing them. I unreservedly give Bill my highest endorsement."
"I have known Bill for several years now and not only is Bill a great trial lawyer who has a thorough understanding of what it takes to get the best results for his clients, but he also is a great person. I highly endorse Bill."
Workers compensation lawyer
Brain injury lawyer
2017
2017, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Attorney of the Year "Good Scout" Award, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
2008
Diplomate, National College of Trial Advocacy
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
The Best Lawyers in America 2006,
2005
Personal Injury Plaintiff:Products, Super Lawyers
2002
Community Service Award, Leadership Washington
2019 - Present
Senior Trial Attorney, Lightfoot Law PLLC
1988 - 1996
Councilmember At-Large, Council Of The District Of Columbia
2010 - Present
American College of Trial Lawyers
2001 - Present
American Law Institute
2000 - Present
Bar Association of the District of Columbia
1998 - Present
American Bar Association
1984 - Present
Leadership Washington
1983 - Present
Washington Bar Association
1981 - Present
American Association for Justice
1980 - Present
District of Columbia Bar
2003 - 2016
Commission on Judicial Disabilities and TenureChairperson
2001 - 2014
District of Columbia Disability and Tenure CommissionMember
1994 - 2012
National Board of Trial AdvocacyBoard certified in trial advocacy
1985 - 1985
District Of Columbia Association of Trial LawyersTreasurer
Lightfoot won jury verdict of $3,000,000
1977
JD
1972
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Plaintiff Success Story: Rules and Beyond Power Point
2018
Advanced Depositions
2018
AAJ Diplomat CLE
2018
Critical Thinking, Planning for Discovery
2011
Order of Proof: Thinking Through the Presentation for Maximum Persuasion
2008
Captivating the Jury
1996
English
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