Joel Huotari Named President of the Federal Bar Association, P. Michael Mahoney Chapter
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]ROCKFORD, IL. (October 1, 2020): Joel M. Huotari, a partner with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm headquartered in Rockford, was recently elected to serve as president of the P. Michael Mahoney (Rockford, IL) Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. The Chapter promotes the welfare, interest, and education of its members and supports the […]
Tanner Long Co-Authors Book Chapters on Emerging Legal and Policy Issues for Distributed Generation
September 16, 2020 – Tanner W. Long, an associate with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, co-authored several chapters of Distributed Generation Law: A Guide to Regulations, Policies, and Programs. Specifically, Long co-authored chapters on Illinois, Hawaii, and Minnesota. Distributed generation encompasses various developing technologies that generate, store, and distribute energy in locations close to the end user. The transformation of […]
Scott Sullivan Named to The Best Lawyers in America© for the Seventh Consecutive Year
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]ROCKFORD, IL. (August 20, 2020): Scott C. Sullivan, a partner with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm headquartered in Rockford, was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of commercial litigation. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in […]
Tanner W. Long Joins WilliamsMcCarthy LLP as Associate Attorney
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]WilliamsMcCarthy LLP announced the recent addition of Associate Tanner Long. His practice will focus on employment and labor law, intellectual property law, and commercial litigation with a particular interest in supporting new and emerging companies and industries including eSports and gaming, renewable energy, cannabis and others. Before joining WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, Long practiced at Schiff […]
Troy E. Haggestad Joins Hope for Haitians Board of Directors
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]Troy E. Haggestad recently joined the board of directors for Hope for Haitians, a nonprofit organization founded in Rockford in 2001 to extend aid to people in Haiti. Since its inception in 2001, Hope for Haitians has built 735 homes, housed 4,200 individuals, provided 270,000 people with fresh water, and donated 5,000 animals to families […]
Two WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Attorneys Selected by Peers to the 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers List
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Scott C. Sullivan and Marc C. Gravino, both partners with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm headquartered in Rockford, were selected by their peers to the 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers list. Each year, no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive […]
Daniel Huntley Named WilliamsMcCarthy LLP’s Newest Partner
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”8290″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]ROCKFORD, Ill. (January 20, 2020) – WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is pleased to announce that Daniel Huntley was recently named partner. Huntley is in the transactional group, concentrating his practice in corporate law, real estate law, estate and trust law and agribusiness law. Daniel has been with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP since his graduation from the […]
Daniel Huntley Receives 2019 Habitat for Humanity Impact Award
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”8290″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Daniel Huntley recognized for his pro-bono services ROCKFORD, Ill. (January 09, 2020) – WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is pleased to announce that Associate Daniel Huntley received the 2019 Habitat for Humanity Impact Award. He received the recognition for the significant pro-bono services he provides to the Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity. The Habitat […]
Attorney James Devine Wins Defense Verdict
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”8151″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Attorney James Devine recently obtained a favorable defense verdict in McHenry County in a premises liability case where the plaintiff asked the jury for an award of $534,387.04. About the Case The plaintiff was injured when a stair collapsed in a barn the plaintiff was renting from Mr. Devine’s client. […]
Daniel Huntley Honored as one of the Region’s 40 Leaders Under 40
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”8290″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Daniel Huntley selected as a “40 Under 40” leader for his commitment to regional clients, businesses and organizations ROCKFORD, Ill. (November 8, 2019) – WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is pleased to announce that Associate Daniel Huntley has been honored by the Rockford Chamber of Commerce as a recipient of the “40 Leaders […]
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Ranked Among “Best Law Firms” for 2020
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Firm recognized by U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers© for sixth straight year ROCKFORD, Ill. (Nov. 4, 2019) – WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm located in Rockford, has been ranked by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers© in its 2020 edition of “Best Law Firms.” This is […]
Patricia L. Hall Joins WilliamsMcCarthy LLP as Associate Attorney
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]WilliamsMcCarthy LLP today announced the recent addition of Associate Patricia L. Hall. Her practice will focus on civil litigation, employment and labor law, and appellate advocacy. Before joining WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, Hall practiced in the areas of workers’ compensation defense and appellate advocacy. She is an honors graduate of the Northern Illinois University College of Law […]
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Home Builder Client Prevails in Federal Copyright Suit
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On June 24, 2019, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana issued a summary judgment ruling in favor of WilliamsMcCarthy LLP client Heller Homes, a large, well-known home builder in northeast Indiana. The suit was originally filed against Heller Homes in 2016 by an Omaha, Nebraska-based home plan company known as […]
Scott Sullivan Named to The Best Lawyers in America© for the Sixth Consecutive Year
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”8157″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Scott C. Sullivan, a partner with WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, a full-service Illinois-based law firm headquartered in Rockford, was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in 26th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of commercial litigation. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication […]
Dan Huntley Featured in Next Up as a Future Leader of the Rock River Valley
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Dan Huntley was recently featured in Next Up, a special section in the Rockford Register Star. Next Up highlights future leaders of the Rock River Valley and their contributions to the community. Huntley was recognized for his passion for conservationism and service to the board of the Severson Dells Nature Center, of which he […]
Jury Verdict in Wrongful Death Case Upheld on Appeal
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] During the last week of November 2017, a Winnebago County jury was asked to award $12,500,000 to the Estate of Karen Williams, a 42-year-old attorney who was killed when three armed robbers fleeing the police crashed into her car and killed her. The Williams Estate sued the Boone County Sheriff over the actions of […]
Partners John Holevas and Adam Fleming Helping to Lead the Winnebago County Bar Association
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Partners John Holevas and Adam Fleming continue their work with the Winnebago County Bar Association (WCBA), which promotes and supports the practice of law and the administration of justice according to the highest standards while also serving its members through education, collegiality and opportunities for public service. John and Adam will serve their leadership […]
Rockford Lawyers Appointed to Leadership Roles with the Illinois State Bar Association
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Several WilliamsMcCarthy LLP lawyers have been appointed or re-appointed to various leadership roles within the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) section councils. The ISBA is the premier bar association in the state, with the section councils being responsible for enhancing the professional capabilities of Illinois lawyers. Section councils also are responsible for reviewing proposed […]
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Attorneys Recognized as Top Lawyers
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”8444″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is pleased to announced that 16 of its lawyers have been named to the 2019 Leading Lawyers list, with four being selected as Emerging Lawyers. Individuals do not pay a fee to be considered for the prestigious distinctions. According to Leading Lawyers, those named to the Leading Lawyers list have been […]
Raising Our Glass to Anderson Japanese Gardens
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Join us as we raise our glass to Anderson Japanese Gardens for its commitment to providing first-class cultural and educational programming to the Rockford community and beyond. The firm is proud to continue its partnership by supporting this year’s sold out Uncorked in the Garden, which was held on May 17 in the beautiful […]
Announcement: Partner Terry D. Anderson Retires
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] It is with mixed emotions that we, all the members of the WilliamsMcCarthy LLP law firm, announce the retirement of our good friend and much valued former partner, Terry D. Anderson, effective May 1, 2019. Although we will miss having Terry in the office, after 41 years of exemplary service, he has well-earned the […]
Habitat for Humanity Provides Estate Planning Seminar for its Homeowners
With help from WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Associate Daniel Huntley, Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity will have five new homeowners this year. Daniel has been providing pro-bono legal services to the organization since 2015. Habitat for Humanity invests not only in the construction of its homes, but also in the homeowners themselves. To ensure Habitat homeowners have […]
Rockford Park District Scores in Recent Court Ruling
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As a result of recent court rulings, the Rockford Park District scored several important wins over its insurance carrier in a dispute over coverage for pollution cleanup costs at the District’s Sand Park site in Loves Park. The property was previously used as a municipal landfill by the City of Loves Park until 1972. The Park […]
James Devine Obtains Defense Verdict in Rear-end Collision Case
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”8151″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Partner Jim Devine obtained a defense verdict in favor of a client sued for negligence as a result of a rear-end collision, allegedly causing a whiplash injury with medical bills in excess of $20,000. Mr. Devine’s client, who was 88 years old at the time of the accident, did strike […]
