I have over 34 years expereince in all aspects of family law from simple uncontested divorces to multi-million dollar property settlements to three week long custody trials. Each case I take on is the most important in my office. Weaver, Benett & Bland attorneys and staff work together to provide quality representation and acheive excellent results.
Practice areas
Custody, child support, alimony, property settlement, divorce, grandparents' rights, restraining orders, name changes, and all other areas of family and domestic law. I represent clients in a straightforward fashion, striving to achieving the best results with as little acrimony and expense as possible under the circumstances of each unique and important case.
40 years
What is best for the children of a separating couple or unwed parents
40 years
Calculating support and providing for an enforceable agreement or order
40 years
prosecuting or defending claims for alimony/spousal support.
Planning and resolving issues of separation
40 years
mediating with the other party and their attorney to attempt to resolve matters before trial in least costly way where the results are in the hands of the parties.
40 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NC | Active | 1982 | 06/23/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Distinquished Alumni Award | Charllotte Catholic HS | 2009 |
Lawyer Referral Service member of the year | Mecklenburg County Bar | 2003 |
Ayscue Professionalism Award | Mecklenburg County Bar | 2003 |
Society of 49 | UNC-Charlotte | 1979 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Weaver, Bennett& Bland, P.A. | 1988 - Present |
Owner | William Whittaker, attorney | 1982 - 1988 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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UNC-Charlotte Athletic Foundation | Board of Directors | 2009 - Present |
Waxhaw-Weddington Rotary Club | Past President | 2007 - 2008 |
UNC-Charlotte Alumni Association | Past President | 2006 - 2008 |
Union County Bar Association | Member | 2003 - 2016 |
Mecklenburg County Bar | Member | 1982 - 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Tennessee College of Law | JD | 1982 |
North Carolina-Charlotte | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1979 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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MCB ContinuingLegal Education | Grandprents rights in custody cases | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Blum v. Rhodes | CoA affirmed trial court and Supreme Court denied certiorari |
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Carol Austin, Unknown Attorney on Jul 17, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with Bill on a few different occasions and found him to be very knowledgeable and always out for the best interests of his client, whether that be through settlement or litigation. I endorse this lawyer without any reservation.
Andrew Dickens, Unknown Attorney on May 27, 2017
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I am impressed with Mr. Whittaker's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!
Carol Austin, Unknown Attorney on Jul 17, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with Bill on a few different occasions and found him to be very knowledgeable and always out for the best interests of his client, whether that be through settlement or litigation. I endorse this lawyer without any reservation.
Andrew Dickens, Unknown Attorney on May 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am impressed with Mr. Whittaker's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!
Dara Larson, Family Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
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Mr. Whittaker is an experienced family law attorney and litigator. He's been practicing law for over 30 years and has a vast amount of knowledge to share with his clients. I endorse him as a family law attorney.
Angela Haas, Family Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Whittaker has proven himself to be a knowledgeable and caring attorney when advising others about the delicate issues that families dealing with divorce often face. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a friend/family member in need.
Robert von Dohlen, Family Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer. Great source of help with your Family Law concerns!
Adam Bull, Child custody Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
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Mr. Whittaker is experienced and knowledgeable. I would recommend him to any person needing an attorney and would not hesitate to refer clients to him.
Bobby Khan, Family Attorney on Dec 13, 2014
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Mr. Whittaker is a hard working and skilled advocate who has a commanding presence in the courtroom. I am consistently impressed with his thorough case preparation, his knowledge of the law, and the zealous way in which advances his client's case. Mr. Whittaker can be aggressive in the courtroom while at the same time adhereing to the highest ethical standards. In short, I firmly believe he will do everything he can to obtain the best possible results for his clients.
Allison Khan, Family Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with, and against, Bill for almost all of my 18 years that I have practiced. I tried my first custody trial against him in the 90's and determined at the outset that he was a hard worker, highly competent and very skilled at what he does. He has proven many times over the years that he knows what he is doing. I endorse this lawyer.
Mary Mendini, Family Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I keep seeing avvo answers by Mr Whitaker and find myself agreeing with every point he's made. Was shocked to discover he and I were undergrads together but happy to realize my college acquaintance has become such an amazing, compassionate, skilled and empathetic lawyer. It's obvious he knows the law and has done so much good for the clients he assists. Glad he is there for those clients in need of a strong advocate in Mecklenburg and Union Counties - and in Bankruptcy Court in Western District NC.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Oct 19, 2014
Relationship: Other
This attorney has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality representation to clients. Experience and proven results!
Sean Cleary, Family Attorney on Oct 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Ronald Payne, Family Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Other
As evidenced by Mr. Whittaker's posts on Avvo, he is a very competent attorney in the Matthews area where I formerly taught, and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to clients who needed assistance with simple or complex family law claims in the Matthews/Mint Hill area. Top flight attorney!
Zachary Cohen, Family Attorney on Aug 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Bill Whittaker is an excellent Family Law attorney. I have worked with him and have been opposing counsel in a few cases. He was great to work with in both situations.
Amber Billick, Family Attorney on Aug 6, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Bill certainly knows North Carolina law on divorce and related issues. I had the pleasure of working with him in the past and he advocated zealously for his client.
Vance Davis, Family Attorney on Aug 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whittaker is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney, as demonstrated by his generous contributions in answering questions at AVVO.
Rebecca Melone, Unknown Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gina Famularo, Family Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Whittaker provides his clients with solid legal advice.
David Pittman, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Jun 8, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
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The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping so many people.
John O'Brien, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on May 30, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.