I am a native East Texan. I was born in Marshall, and grew up in Jefferson. I attended Baylor University on a football scholarship, and went to Law School at Baylor. I have three grown children, two teenage stepchildren and a wonderful wife. We enjoy golf and various outdoor activities, as well as travel.
Practice areas
My background in litigation has prepared me well for my now full time mediation practice. In addition, I have the patience and even handed temperament necessary to assist litigants in resolving their disputes.
16 years, 512 cases
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1975 | 02/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Texas Super Lawyer | Texas Monthly Magazine | 2008 |
Associate | American Board of Trial Advocates | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Shareholder | Wilson Robertson & Cornelius | 1985 - Present |
Senior Litigation Counsel | United States Attorneys Office | 1979 - 1985 |
Associate | McLeod Alexander Powel & Apffel | 1975 - 1979 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals | Member | 2016 - Present |
Association of Attorney-Mediators (East Texas chapter) | Member | 2009 - Present |
Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of Court | Member | 2006 - Present |
Eastern District of Texas Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Texas Bar Foundation | Life Fellow | 1998 - Present |
Smith County Bar Association | Member | 1979 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 1975 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Baylor University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1975 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Dallas Bar Association IP Section | Mediation Tips in Patent Cases | 2017 |
Smith County Bar Association | A Mediator's Wish List | 2015 |
Ethics Seminar | Reversing the decline in civility among lawyers | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Lee v Rooms to Go, et al | Settled |
CSIRO v Toshiba, et al | Settled after a week of trial |
Posted by Richard
November 20, 2009
Posted by Jack Weaver
November 13, 2009
Glenn Perry, Litigation Attorney on Dec 9, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Bill Cornelius personally and professionally for over 30 years. In that time, I have appeared opposite him in several serious personal injury cases. Bill is a hardworking, talented, competent and resourceful attorney. He is not only an accomplished and successful litigator, but also a highly professional and ethical practitioner. I recommend him without reservation to anyone in need of a good lawyer.
Richard Vasquez, Patent infringement Attorney on Nov 14, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Bill on several large patent infringement cases. Bill is an excellent trial lawyer, with keen insight and judgment. His demeanor in court is relaxed and credible, and he is well received by judges. He lends an uncommon wisdom to litigation matters, and has great consensus building skills. I would not hesitate to recommend Bill to any client or firm.
Glenn Perry, Litigation Attorney on Dec 9, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Bill Cornelius personally and professionally for over 30 years. In that time, I have appeared opposite him in several serious personal injury cases. Bill is a hardworking, talented, competent and resourceful attorney. He is not only an accomplished and successful litigator, but also a highly professional and ethical practitioner. I recommend him without reservation to anyone in need of a good lawyer.
Richard Vasquez, Patent infringement Attorney on Nov 14, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Bill on several large patent infringement cases. Bill is an excellent trial lawyer, with keen insight and judgment. His demeanor in court is relaxed and credible, and he is well received by judges. He lends an uncommon wisdom to litigation matters, and has great consensus building skills. I would not hesitate to recommend Bill to any client or firm.
Stephen Patterson, Litigation Attorney on Nov 13, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As good a lawyer as there is in East Texas. If I needed a civil trial lawyer, Bill Cornelius is the first person I would call. He has the respect of lawyers on both sides of the docket for his honesty, integrity, and work ethic.
James Holmes, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 13, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Bill is an outstanding professional and a complete gentleman. I have have opposed him in the most difficult of cases. He remained professional and composed throughout. I value his friendship and respect him as an opponent.
Jeffrey Morgan, Intellectual property Attorney on Nov 13, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Bill did a great job in helping us represent a software client in patent litigation in the Eastern District of Texas. I heartily recommend him!