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Gerald O Williams
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Biography
Divorce attorney Gerald Williams has practiced exclusively divorce and family law since 1993 and founded Williams Divorce & Family Law, P.A. in 2007. Concentrating his practice on family law matters, Gerald takes on cases such as divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, third-party custody, same sex divorce, LGBTQIA family law and interstate and international child support and custody.
In addition to being an experienced litigator in the courtroom, Gerald is a seasoned advocate when using alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and collaborative law. He has extensive experience handling interstate and international family law matters.
Mr. Williams is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. In years past he has served as an Ethics Committee Investigator for Hennepin County Bar Association, as vice president and board member for the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and as the family law columnist for the Minnesota Association for Justice magazine. He has a 10 out of 10 rating on Avvo and has been named a Superlawyer every year since 2006.
Avocationally, Jerry enjoys composing and arranging music, singing in Spirit Song Choir, and serving as a board member and music director for Open Door Community Theatre. He loves all things tennis – playing, watching, and keeping his own tennis stats. He is active in church, and over the years has been found at the piano, singing in the choir, on mission trips, or directing youth choirs, plays, and musicals. Jerry and his wife, Winnie, are active supporters of the Open Cupboard and Today’s Harvest food shelves.
Practicing exclusively divorce & family law in Minnesota since 1993.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
33 years
Family
35%
Child Custody
15%
33 years
Appeals
10%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 2 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 33 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Williams Divorce & Family Law
724 Bielenberg Drive, Suite 106, Suite 202, Woodbury, MN, 55125
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Gerald O Williams's Reviews
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Posted by Stephanie | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great experience through hard times
I felt very taken care of throughout my divorce. My many questions were answered very quickly and Williams Divorce & Family Law walked me through every step of the process.
Gerald O Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Very professional and skilled attorney."
"Mr. Williams's mediation was extremely helpful in contentious dissolution. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Gerald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Jerry is an honest, conscientious and compassionate family law attorney who effectively uses his keen sense of the law and practical nature to obtain favorable and cost-effective results for his clients. I would recommend Jerry to my own family members without hesitation."
Ashley Cooper
Divorce and separation lawyer
Lisa Cyr
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyer
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Superlawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Superlawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Superlawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Superlawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
1998
Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Williams Divorce & Family Law
2002 - 2007
Attorney/Partner, McCullough, Williams, Bowden & Cyr
2000 - 2002
Attorney/Partner, Hellmuth & Johnson
1996 - 2000
Attorney, Kissoon, Clugg, Littner & Dittberner
1993 - 1996
Attorney, Jaycox Law Offices
1992 - 1993
Law Clerk, Hennepin County
Associations
2000 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Minnesota chapter)Member, Past Board Member
Hennepin County Bar Association, Ethics Committee
Past Member
Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section
Past Chair
Hennepin County Bar Association, Family Law Section
Past Chair
Education
1992
University of Minnesota Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
College of Wooster
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2019
Family Law Institute
Mediating Child Support
2011
Family Law Institute
Advanced Spousal Maintenance Issues
2002
Family Law Institute
International Custody and Child Support
2001
Family Law Institute
Interstate Child Support
2000
Family Law Institute
Interstate Custody
Publications
N/A
Minnesota Trial Lawyer magazine
Family Law Column
Languages
English