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Williams & Connolly LLP

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Williams & Connolly LLP

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Law Firm Defense - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For
Williams & Connolly is widely regarded as the nation's leading legal malpractice defense firm, with an illustrious pedigree in defending major law firms in their most sensitive and complex disputes. Its team handles the full gamut of claims brought against law firms, attorneys and insurers, who regularly cite the firm's imperious track record in litigation and trial work as a key asset.
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Strengths

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  • Williams & Connolly is a national go-to firm. This team is one of a handful that handles the biggest legal malpractice claims.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Villa
    John Villa

    John Villa

    John Villa is widely regarded as one of the leading lights in legal malpractice defence, with a longstanding reputation of excellence in defending law firms in their most sophisticated and challenging matters.

    • John is an acknowledged superstar in this space.

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    • John is a fantastic lawyer who you learn a lot from.

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  • Craig Singer
    Craig Singer

    Craig Singer

    Craig Singer is considered a leading choice by top law firms and lawyers facing significant malpractice claims, as well as defending regulatory investigations and enforcement.

    • Craig is a really smart and terrific lawyer.

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    • Craig is a high-quality lawyer.

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  • Meg Keeley
    Meg Keeley

    Meg Keeley

    Meg Keeley enjoys an excellent reputation for her pedigree in law firm defense matters, with a range of law firms turning to her for her expertise in high-stakes malpractice and wider professional liability matters.

    • Meg is a dynamic trial lawyer. She is terrific, very smart and a pleasure to work with.

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    • Meg is a fantastic attorney who is thoughtful and knows the law really well.

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  • Charles Davant
    Charles Davant

    Charles Davant

    Charles Davant enjoys a strong reputation for his courtroom advocacy skills. He offers significant expertise in defending professional services providers, including law firms and accounting companies, facing liability and malpractice claims.

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  • David Riskin
    David Riskin

    David Riskin

    David Riskin is an impressive litigator with substantial experience defending law firms against high-stakes malpractice claims, as well as providing expert advice on ethics matters.

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