William L. Morris

William L. Morris

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Scottsdale, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Business

8010 E. McDowell Rd., Suite 111, Scottsdale, AZ

About William

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 95%

DUI, Criminal Defense, Misdemeanors, and Felonies.

17 years | 800 cases

95%
Business 5%

Business planning, formation, and litigation.

17 years | 65 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 17 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rosenstein Law Group, PLLC

8010 E. McDowell Rd., Suite 111, Scottsdale, AZ, 85257

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William L. Morris's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by Vincent | April 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Good Lawyer, Great Friend

I hired this attorney because my father had a good experience with him during his DUI proceedings. My situation was also a DUI - THC metabolites. I was very frustrated because I felt the circumstances were unjust. William not only helped me to remain calm and positive throughout the process, b...ut was able to negotiate very favorable terms, such as the fact that I would not require an interlock device after I got my lisence reinstated. He also had many fees waived. I'm pretty sure this was the cheapest DUI proceeding in Arizona history. Later he assisted me in discovering what was on my background check that had prevented my employment (personal favor). And personally expedited the paperwork for my lisence reinstatement (also as a personal favor). I would highly recommend Mr. Morris as an attorney, but even more so as a friend.

Posted by Britney | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The absolute BEST!!

William is an absolute blessing. I called dozens of lawyers before him (And was terrified about my dui) ... the majority of the attorneys I spoke with either wanted money upfront, scared me to thinking I was going to prison or weren't willing to answer any of my questions. And then I found William! ...He was so patient and honest... trust me- I had a TON of questions and he was willing to answer them for me... even if that meant me calling at 7PM on a Tuesday and he wasn't getting paid for reassuring me everything was going to be ok. Every step of the way he had a game plan and knows the law inside and out. A dui is a HORRIBLE experience but he made it ok for me and in the end everything was favorable. In a world where I can't recommend him to everyone I know (bc I don't everyone to know I had a possible felony dui) I am telling you here he is hands down the most knowledgeable, hard working, honest attorney you can ever retain. I found myself a few times telling him, "I feel like I need to pay you more for all the time you took to answer my questions." When you get to that point you KNOW you found someone with high integrity. Forever more he will hold a special place in my heart for all he put into my case. I really hope you read this and call him. There are so many dishonest lawyers out there and he was one of the good ones. William if you read this... Thank you for everything. I was so SCARED and in so many ways you saved my career and my life!! I HIGHLY recommend him!!!

Posted by Sue | March 27, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Extreme DUI 4 counts...DISMISSED!!!. Second CASE, Crimiinal Assault and Criminal Property Damage DISMISSED !!!

What I can say about William Morris ( Billy) his intelligence, professional ethics, honesty and passion for what he does is beyond compare. If you ever get into a life situation as I have twice, Billy has gotten my criminal damage and criminal assault charges DISMISSED. Also a seperate case of 4 cou...nts of Extreme, Super Extreme DUI.. DISMISSED ( a very difficult case). The confidence I feel when retaining his professional services is the assurance that he will do everything possible to help his client, and is always way ahead of the curve doing his due diligence. He has proven to be a trustworthy and EXCEPTIONAL Attorney time and again. I have the upmost respect, faith and peace of mind when I know he is in my corner. I owe him much....a clean record and my freedom from certain jail time. He is not only my Attorney, now he has become my friend. Thankyou Billy...!!!!

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William L. Morris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Matthew Walls

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is a very knowledgable and hard working attorney that produces great results for his clients. I have referred clients to him and they have all been very happy with his work."

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Matthew Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"William is everything a client could want in a criminal defense lawyer. He is smart, knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and fights for each and every client as hard as he possibly can. I never hesitate for one second before referring cases to him, as I know they will be in good hands."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2023

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2022

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2021

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2020

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2018

10 Best Attorneys in Arizona for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney and Founder, The Law Office of William L. Morris, P.L.L.C.

2004 - 2005

Senior Investment Advisor, JP Morgan Chase & Co.

2002 - 2004

Marketing Specialist, Farmer's Insurance Group

2000 - 2002

Underwriter, Farmer's Insurance Group

Associations

2010 - Present

Arizona Foundation for Legal Services

We the People

2008 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Licensed Attorney

Education

2008

Campbell University

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

2000

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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