$ 250-495 per hour
William J. Cornelius Jr.
also known as Cornelius Strategic ADR
About William
Biography
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
1
Practice Area
Mediation
100%
20 years | 512 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
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Licensed in Texas for 50 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1975
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Location
Wilson, Robertson & Cornelius, A Professional Corporation
909 East Southeast Loop 323, Tyler, TX, 75701
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William J. Cornelius Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Richard | November 20, 2009
Senior Technical Specialist
Bill has handled litigation for me for 20 years. He is knowledgeable and responsive and has always had the respect of his adversaries. I know that we can't control the facts, but I feel comfortable that with Bill's knowledge of the law and the venue and his expertise and experience I will get the bes...
Posted by Jack Weaver | November 13, 2009
Recommendation
Bill assisted me and the company as local (Texas) counsel in a major patent legal action for 2 to 3 years. He did an excellent job in every way.
William J. Cornelius Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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!"
John Phenix
Personal injury lawyer
Charles Duane Cowan
Litigation lawyer
Glenn Perry
Personal injury lawyer
James Holmes
Personal injury lawyer
Stephen Patterson
Litigation lawyer
Richard Vasquez
Intellectual property lawyer
Experience
Honors
2008
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine
2005
Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Owner, Cornelius Strategic ADR
1979 - 1985
Senior Litigation Counsel, United States Attorneys Office
1975 - 1979
Associate, McLeod Alexander Powel & Apffel
Associations
2016 - Present
National Academy of Distinguished NeutralsMember
2006 - Present
Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of CourtMember
2005 - Present
Eastern District of Texas Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationLife Fellow
1979 - Present
Smith County Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Lee v Rooms to Go, et al
Settled
CSIRO v Toshiba, et al
Settled after a week of trial
Education
1975
Baylor University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2017
Dallas Bar Association IP Section
Mediation Tips in Patent Cases
2015
Smith County Bar Association
A Mediator's Wish List
2015
Ethics Seminar
Reversing the decline in civility among lawyers