William J. Cornwell

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William J. Cornwell: Attorney with Weiss, Handler & Cornwell, P.A.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

President, Student Bar Association, 1984. Member, Moot Court Society. Instructor, Georgia Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 1995-1997.

Areas of Practice (10)

  • Appellate Practice
  • Human and Civil Rights
  • General Practice
  • Government
  • Class Actions
  • Complex Litigation
  • Torts
  • Products Liability
  • Trial Practice
  • Construction Litigation

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Georgia State University, B.B.A., 1982
Law School Attended:
Georgia State University, J.D., 1985
Year of First Admission:
1985
Admission:
1985, Georgia; 1986, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit; 1987, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia; 1988, Florida; 2000, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida; 1985, Supreme Court of Georgia, Georgia Court of Appeals and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Memberships:
State Bar of Georgia; The Florida Bar; American Bar Association; The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
Birth Information:
Wheeling, West Virginia, November 9, 1959
Reported Cases:
Gentry v. Volkswagen of America, 521 S.E.2d 13 (Ga.App. 1999).
ISLN:
908184321

Payment Information

Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Visa

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (16 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 03/13/19 in Litigation

    superb

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 12/18/18 in Class Actions

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 12/18/18 in Complex Litigation

    Bill Cornwell demonstrates exceptional capabilities in complex litigation, drawing from his extensive trial expertise, analytical skills, and ability to communicate both in and out of the courtroom. His superior ratings are well deserved.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Chief Legal Officer on 05/02/16 in Complex Litigation

    Great lawyer - very responsive, very creative, and very conscientious in terms of managing cases.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 05/02/16 in Construction Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 05/02/16 in Complex Litigation

    Mr. Cornwell is an excellent lawyer who is extremely straight-forward & ethical in his dealings with the Court and with opposing counsel. He deserves your highest rating.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 05/02/16 in Trial Practice

    Bill is a passionate trial lawyer that will work tirelessly for the good of his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/24/16 in Construction Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/22/16 in Trial Practice

    Mr. Cornwell 's trial experience is remarkably broad and deep; his trial skills are highly developed and effective; and he treats other lawyers with courtesy and respect.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/19/16 in Class Actions

    Very professional attorney. I enjoy litigating against him.

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561-896-8869  Phone

561-997-5280  Fax

www.weisshandler.com

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