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William Woolston

William Woolston

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Will Woolston helps employers solve tough employee benefits and executive compensation problems. Will is a partner in the firm’s Washington office whose practice focuses on all aspects of global employee benefits and executive compensation for companies of all sizes in a variety of industries, including specialty chemicals and performance materials, disruptive technology, defense and aerospace, gaming and entertainment, and sports.

Will offers a practical approach to employers facing challenging decisions and transactions that impact their officers, executives, employees, and retirees. His approach and perspective developed over many years of close, day-to-day relationships with counsel and staff at major multinationals. In addition, Will provides an insider's view and appreciation of the challenges facing in-house counsel, having once served as seconded corporate counsel to one of the largest U.S. defense contractors.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation - District of Columbia

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
William Woolston advises large multinationals on complex US and international matters in regard to compliance issues and benefit plan designs.

Strengths

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  • He has been a fantastic adviser on complex executive compensation questions.

    Employee Benefits & Executive CompensationChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is truly a full-breadth lawyer handling huge matters and can do the whole gamut of work.

    Employee Benefits & Executive CompensationChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is definitely a professional in ERISA law and his contributions to our Company decision-making are invaluable.

    Employee Benefits & Executive CompensationChambers Guide to the USA

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