William Reid Cumming

We had an excellent experience working with Mr. Cumming and his entire staff. From start to finish, they were timely, thorough, and extremely professional in updating our trust and various legal documents. Communication was clear and consistent, and we always felt informed and supported throughout th...e process. What truly stood out was the thoughtful and practical legal advice we received during a time of uncertainty—it gave us real peace of mind and confidence that everything was being handled correctly. The staff was responsive, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. We are deeply grateful for their care, expertise, and dedication, and we would highly recommend this office to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate legal guidance.

My team hired Bill to handle a complex business dispute involving a failed investment and misconduct by a managing member. From the very beginning, Bill stood out for his clarity, strategic thinking, and practical approach. He quickly understood the facts, helped us evaluate risk versus reward, and p...roposed a focused strategy designed to drive a fast and favorable resolution without unnecessary litigation costs. True to his word, he executed exactly as planned — preparing a strong demand backed by a ready-to-file complaint, applying pressure in the right way, and ultimately helping us reach a successful settlement. What I appreciated most was Bill's ability to balance aggressiveness with pragmatism. He was responsive, transparent about fees and timing, and always clear about our options at each step. The process felt controlled and intentional, not reactive. I would absolutely work with Bill again and would recommend him to anyone dealing with a business dispute, partnership fallout, or investment-related matter who wants a smart, disciplined advocate.

I was approached by my primary multi billion $ supplier to purchase my company. I was sure I could negotiate the deal myself and use a local Minnesota attorney for the details. After my first phone conversation I realized I was hopelessly out of my league. I was put in contact with a consultant I ...had worked with previously and he suggested I include Bill Cumming of Cumming and Associates as my attorney. What a home run that turned out to be. My stress level initially was off the charts when I saw the scope of the due diligence required to close the sale. Obviously, Bill handled the legal portions. He proactively told me not to be overly concerned about my legal record keeping because he knew most small business owners didn't have time to keep track of all the details and he could help me with that. The peace of mind that gave me was tremendously comforting. Bill didn't make me feel embarrassed that I didn't always do a good job keeping my corporate minutes up to date while trying to run my company. The finished due diligence product he delivered was well received by the purchaser even though Bill pushed back on some of their proposals. I struggle with legalese and was pleased with the attention to detail Bill paid, to my benefit. All in all, what would have been one of the most difficult experiences of my business life turned out to be remarkably smooth thanks to Bill's efficiency, demeanor and sense of humor.

Recently, I was faced with the prospect of trying to sell the business I had owned and managed for 35 years to a Fortune 500 company. Having never negotiated such a complex process, I (wisely) decided to enlist the services of a reputable consultant, and his first recommendation was that I should hir...e a stellar attorney--one with solid experience, integrity, and careful attention to detail. Fortunately for me, he suggested I contact Bill Cumming. In retrospect, I can say that hiring Mr. Cumming was one of the best business decisions I've ever made. He is honest, affable, knowledgeable, accessible, and very efficient. Over the following 12 weeks, he handled all the legal complexities of our negotiations, making certain my interests were protected at every turn, and at the end of the process, produced a very favorable outcome. (He also refunded the unused portion of his initial retainer fee!) Needless to say, Bill Cumming has earned my undying respect and gratitude. I can recommend him and his staff without reservation.