William S. Weltman | Professionals

wweltman@reedsmith.com

Chicago
T: +1 312 207 6551

Will is a strategic thinker and, as a member of the Complex Litigation Group, he counsels clients in various industries on efficient and cost effective ways to solve their problems. When the most efficient way is litigation, Will has extensive experience litigating in a variety of forums, from state and federal court to international arbitration.

Will has significant experience in the hospitality industry and uses this experience to counsel hotel operators, restaurateurs and other hospitality ventures in effectively solving their problems. Will also has experience in cross-border disputes and international litigation involving clients and parties from Asia and the EU.

Will also represents and counsels clients in a variety of complex litigation matters involving indemnification disputes, fiduciary issues, restrictive covenant, trade secret, distribution-related issues, contract negotiations, and product liability claims.

Will believes strongly in firm citizenship and leadership, is very active in pro bono matters and also serves on the Emerging Leaders Board of Bounce Children's Foundation.

Credentials

John Marshall Law School, 2009, J.D., Valedictorian May 2009; Editor-In-Chief, The John Marshall Law Review, 2008-2009; Dean's List: All Semesters, Fred Herzog Scholarship and Edith and Philip Baim School Scholarship Awards
Illinois Wesleyan University, 2003, B.A., Public Accounting, cum laude

Illinois

All State Courts - Illinois
U.S. District Court - Northern District of Illinois

American Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association

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