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William Bliss Hicky
also known as Will Hicky
About William
Biography
William Hicky is a West Tennessee native, having been born and raised in Memphis. He graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2003 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, where he was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and on the Chancellor’s Honor Roll. William also received his law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2006.
William is admitted to practice in every State and Federal Court of Tennessee, including the Federal Bankruptcy Courts, 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court of the United States.
Hicky Law focuses its practice in the areas of business & contract litigation, debt collection & negotiation, corporate fraud recovery as well as personal injury, car & tractor trailer wrecks, premises liability, and workers’ compensation. He has received an AV rating through Martindale-Hubbell's peer review for highest ethical standards and legal ability.
William is a member of the Tennessee and Nashville Bar Associations where he currently serves as a Board Member on both Young Lawyers Divisions as the Professional Development Director (NBA) and Public Policy Liaison (TBA). He is also a member of the Harry J. Phillips American Inn of Courts.
Prior to opening Hicky Law, William was a senior associate at Rudy, Wood, Winstead, Williams & Hardin, PLLC in Nashville where he primarily concentrated in the areas of personal injury and workers’ compensation defense. Prior to that firm, William was an associate at Taylor, Pigue, Marchetti & Blair, PLLC where he represented numerous financial institutions in debt collection and bankruptcy proceedings as well as business litigation and insurance defense.
William has been long-active in the Nashville philanthropic community and has been named to the Nashville BAR Foundation's Leadership Forum and one of Nashville’s Top 30 Under 30 by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He is a member of St. George’s Episcopal Church.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
30%
20 years
Personal Injury
30%
20 years
Construction and Development
20%
14 years
Debt Collection
20%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 20 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
William B. Hicky, Attorney at Law
Two American Center, 3102 West End Avenue, Suite 400, Nashville, TN, 37203
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William Bliss Hicky's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Toby | June 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Car Crash Case
Will has been on top of my case from day one. Easy to understand. Very professional. Keeps me up to date on my case. If he don’t know something he research’s it and works with other attorneys. He really goes out of the way to help. I would refer anyone in need to him.
Posted by William | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional attorney
Will Hicky has represented me for a federal vaccine injury case. His counsel has been invaluable in navigating the complex system of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. I have always felt that he is a strong advocate for me. Will has been extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter, patient with m...
Posted by David | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Superb representation
Will went far and above what he could have in his work for me. I appreciate his hard work and dedication. He is a true professional and I highly recommend him as an attorney! Thank you sir!!
Posted by Tina | July 13, 2015
Possible New client
I meet Will today while sitting in the EEOC office. I watched how he came to the office for 2 clients to get the EEOC papers for them, and overheard the brief conversation. I was very impressed. It's been a long time since I've come across an attorney that takes the time and go the extra steps...
Posted by Holly | February 14, 2013
Highly recommend
Will helped me with a car wreck matter, and I was very pleased with his representation. He was knowledge on handling insurance companies and the various issues that came up with my case. I recommend him highly.
William Bliss Hicky's Lawyer Endorsements
"Will is an excellent attorney and well respected in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I highly endorse Will Hicky. He is a tenacious and intelligent attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. He worked on the Defense side prior to switching to the Plaintiff side. Will understands how insurance companies value cases and works very hard to achieve excellent results for his clients."
"I have known Will for several years now and have worked against him on a couple of cases. He is a strong litigator who represents his clients well while also maintaining professional decorum in and out of the courtroom."
"Will is a creative, thoughtful and experienced attorney with an outstanding reputation in the Nashville legal community. I highly recommend him."
"While I have not worked with Will as either opposing counsel or co-counsel in a matter, I have known Will for several years. I know that Will represents his clients well because of his work ethic and zealous advocacy. Will is an asset to our legal profession and the Nashville community."
"Will is a lawyer of high moral character and great intelligence. He is an oustanding member of the this State's Bar."
"Will has showed great decision making inside and outside the courtroom. He is also a dedicated attorney and a strong advocate for his clients."
"Will Hicky is a smart and an aggressive advocate for his clients and achieves exceptional results through tireless preparation, toughness, and skillful litigation. I strongly endorse Will's integrity and devotion to achieving the best result possible for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Leadership Forum, Nashville BAR Foundation
2010
Nashville Top 30 Under 30, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Principal, William B. Hicky, Attorney at Law
2023 - 2024
Partner, Thompson Burton, PLLC
2014 - 2022
Principal, William B. Hicky, Attorney at Law
2012 - 2013
Senior Associate, Rudy, Wood, Winstead, Williams & Hardin, PLLC
2008 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Taylor, Pigue, Marchetti & Blair, PLLC
2006 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Allen, Kopet & Associates, PLLC
Associations
2014 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationBoard of Directors - Young Lawyers Division
2012 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeMember
2011 - Present
Harry Phillips American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2010 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationBoard of Directors - Young Lawyers Division
2008 - Present
Young Friends of Warner ParksBoard Member
2006 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2013
Hillsboro / West End Neighborhood AssociationBoard of Directors
2009 - 2011
Cystic Fibrosis FoundationCircle of Hope Co-Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Car Accident Case
Favorable
Wrongful Termination Dispute
Favorable
Debt Negotiation
Favorable
Debt Negotiation
Favorable
Car Accident Case
Favorable
Car Accident Case
Favorable
Contracts Case & Counterclaim
Favorable
Contracts & Legal Fees
Favorable
Worker's Compensation Accident
Favorable
Employment Contract Dispute
Favorable
Criminal Appeal - Murder Case
Favorable
Education
2006
University of Mississippi School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Mississippi
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Publications
2006
Mississippi Supreme Court
Petition to the Supreme Court of Mississippi to Overturn the Murder Conviction of Tabitha M.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was hurt in a Wal-Mart Slip and Fall. What are my options?
16 Jul 2013
Q&A
Does uninsured motorist cover rental car for free until a settlement is made?
03 Jul 2013
Q&A
How long does it take if workers comp doctor request specialist take to get appointment ?
22 May 2013