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About William
Biography
I am hungry, hardworking, and ready to fight for you!
Your case is important. Client satisfaction is my first priority. I work each case as if it was my own. Your case is my case.
I keep a small caseload. This means that I limit how many cases I take at a time. Instead of attempting to maximize profits by taking on every potential case, I turn many away. I do this so I can give each client the attention they deserve.
I work hard for my clients. When you hire an attorney you trust them with your freedom, your livelihood, your well-being, and your future. I take this responsibility seriously. I will not sell you a list of unachievable promises. I will not charge you thousands of dollars in unnecessary costs and fees. I will work hard. I will devote myself to getting the best possible result in your case.
I will fight for you. No matter the situation, I am honored to fight for the needs and desires of my clients. Every case is a fight and every client has something important at stake. I will not back down. I will not be bullied. I put my blood, sweat, and tears into every case I take. I will fight - tooth and nail - to get you the result you deserve.
Take your case to trial! Getting the result you deserve may require a trial. I am an experienced trial attorney with a record of success. Many attorneys are scared or insecure in the courtroom. I love being in the courtroom! Still other attorneys consider themselves too busy to take every "small" case to trial; they would rather settle your case then make the extra effort. This can result in clients settling their case for less than they deserve. I will not let this happen. Let me fight for you.
Don't merely rely on the grey in someone’s hair or their years in practice when hiring an attorney; this can lead you to spend more money on an attorney who is bored, jaded, overworked, and just going through the motions. Make sure you receive the proper attention and respect you deserve. You can hire someone who is older than I am or has been practicing law for longer than I have, I am happy to recommend many good local attorneys, but don't be fooled into believing that makes them any better at what they do.
I love my job. Frankly, although it is not very modest to say, I am good at my job. Don't take my word for it, read my reviews. I am good at what I do because I am hungry. I want to be the best at what I do. I want my clients to be confident that they hired the best possible attorney. I do this by working hard on every case, fighting hard for every client, and letting the results of my labor speak for themselves. Your case will get my full attention, my full effort, because I am hungry.
Give me a call. Get to know me. I am happy to discuss your case, give you my opinion, and present you with your options moving forward.
Need an attorney who isn't scared to fight for you? Call me, William Young.
If you have been charged with a crime, you need someone who will fight for you. Call William Young.
Charged with a DUI? Need someone who will fight for you? Call me, William Young.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
13 years
DUI and DWI
20%
13 years
Drug Crime
15%
13 years
Violent Crime
7%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-250 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2015
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Idaho for 11 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find William online.
William James Young's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 34 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mike | October 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer
Will was very professional and knowledgeable. He did a wonderful job for us. I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The law
Kept me informed @ all times. Explained how the law process works. Enjoyed communicating with Mr. Young. Above all he worked extremely hard on my behalf.
Posted by Roger A | November 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
I hired William Young & Associates to help with an inattentive driving violation. It was apparent through our conversations that Will knew how to negotiate with the prosecutor to achieve the best outcome. He was willing to fight for what he thought the outcome should be and In my situation was ultima...
Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Efficient and responsive
Will took care of a inattentive driving charge and failure to appear. He handled it quickly and efficiently and answered all my questions and successfully reduced the charges to less than a speeding ticket. Very easy to talk to and thoughtful for someone with no prior legal experience.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The perfect lawyer for your situation
I first met Will right before my arraignment hearing while I was still in jail. It was obvious from the start that he was experienced and understood the stress and fear that one goes through being in jail. After that I met with him at his office to discuss my case and was given all the attention and ...
William James Young's Lawyer Endorsements
"I wholeheartedly endorse Will in the area of criminal defense. He fights for his clients and ensures, to the best of his ability, they receive as positive an outcome as possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Will is a bright and energetic lawyer who will fight for you. I am happy to endorse him."
"I do not know Mr. Young personally, but I have had the opportunity to observe him in court. Solid attorney who provides quality representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Will is an excellent lawyer who is clearly working hard and doing what it takes to set his clients up for success."
"Mr. Young has established himself as an expert in the field of criminal defense and DUI defense. You will be well-served with his help."
"William is an excellent and dedicated attorney. He takes each client's needs seriously and he works hard on his or her behalf. I have witnessed the time and effort William puts into each case. As a fellow attorney, I highly recommend him."
"William Young is smart, dedicated, and will fight for you. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Young will go the extra mile to evaluate all aspects of your case and provide an objective opinion of how to proceed."
"Mr. Young is intelligent and a strong advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Mr. Young for his hardworking, get-get-'em attitude. Will has persistently demonstrated a vigorous and principled approach to the practice of law."
"Will is an intelligent and resilient attorney who is willing to go the extra mile for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. William is a solid advocate, both in and out of the courtroom. If you are looking to find someone to fight for your rights in front of a judge or persuade a jury as to the merits of your case, William will more than adequately meet your needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Will is a great lawyer who is extremely dedicated to fighting for the rights of all of his clients. He will work hard to ensure that his clients understand the legal process and can appreciate the steps they are taking in the case."
"Will is a fantastic lawyer that will zealously represent your interests."
"Mr. Young is a very intelligent lawyer with an exceptional legal mind."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
2023 list of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Expertise.com
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
2022 list of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Expertise.com
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
2021 list of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Expertise.com
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Idaho Business Review's 2020 "Accomplished Under 40" Award, Idaho Business Review
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
"Leaders in Law" Award, Idaho Business Review
2020
Expertise.com's 2020 list of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Expertise.com
2019
Expertise.com's 2019 list of the Best Criminal Defense Lawyers, Expertise.com
2019
Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2018
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
Top 10 Attorneys And Firms, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Top Contributor 2016, AVVO
2015
Clients' Choice Award for 2015, AVVO
2015
10 Best in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Managing Partner, Schofield and Young
2018 - 2022
Lead Attorney, William Young and Associates
2017 - 2018
Partner, William James Young, PLLC
2014 - 2018
Associate, Peterson Lawyers
2013 - 2014
Legal Clerk, Peterson Lawyers
2011 - 2012
Special Asset Division Intern, Marcus & Millichap
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Ada County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2018 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Idaho Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Idaho State Bar, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2014 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
2014 - Present
Idaho State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Craig Bell
Acquitted at trial
State v. April Rice
A verdict of Not Guilty.
State v. Rana Klingner
7-day jury trial
United States v. Fazliddin Kurbanov
Jury Trial
US v. Ciccarrello
Settled before trial
State of Idaho v. Gregory Higgins
Jury Trial
State of Idaho v. Josh Nye
Jury Trial: Not Guilty
Education
2013
University of Idaho
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Twenty Years of Service- West Coast Celebration
Childhood Learning Disabilities
2017
Twenty Years of Service- East Coast Celebration
Childhood Learning Disabilities
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
William earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can he be charged with statutory rape?
07 Jul 2020
Q&A
Will the judge give me unsupervised?
26 Feb 2019
Q&A
Can i still report a abuse that happened 5 months ago? if i have pictures and proof?
11 May 2017