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Provided by William J Butler
Practice Areas
William (Bill) J. Butler focuses his practice on estate planning and probate administration matters. Bill counsels family groups and individuals on all aspects of wealth transfer planning, with an emphasis on formulating estate plans that maximize and protect wealth while minimizing transfer taxes. Bill is the global head of McDermott’s Private Client Practice.
Bill represents many large, multigenerational family groups, and also advises with their family office executives on family office administration and structure issues. Bill regularly counsels younger generation family members on learning to be responsible wealth managers. He also assists a number of families on all legal issues involving their privately owned business, including shareholder voting arrangements, succession planning and shareholder agreements.
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Chambers Review
High Net Worth
William Butler focuses his practice on high-profile succession planning cases, particularly for multi-generational families. He is highly respected for his expertise in estates and trusts.
William Butler is head of the firm's private client group, with a particular focus on probate administration and estate planning work.
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Provided by Chambers
"Bill is a trusted adviser to clients beyond just the legal relationship. His ability to provide practical advice based on his level of understanding of the client is based on his high EQ."
"Bill Butler has a keen ability to help families navigate any estate planning, tax and business succession challenges. He instils confidence and can connect immediately with clients."
"Bill is a trusted adviser to clients beyond just the legal relationship. His ability to provide practical advice based on his level of understanding of the client is based on his high EQ."
"William is a top-notch planner."
"Bill is a trusted adviser to clients beyond just the legal relationship. His ability to provide practical advice based on his level of understanding of the client is based on his high EQ."
"Bill Butler has a keen ability to help families navigate any estate planning, tax and business succession challenges. He instils confidence and can connect immediately with clients."
"Bill is a trusted adviser to clients beyond just the legal relationship. His ability to provide practical advice based on his level of understanding of the client is based on his high EQ."
"William is a top-notch planner."
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