Avvo Rating:
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★★★★★
Rated 4.7 out of 5
Google Rating:
☆☆☆☆☆
★★★★★
Rated 4.9 out of 5
Firm: William. M. Butler Jr, Trial Lawyer
500 W. Jefferson St. , Louisville , Kentucky 40202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Internet , Federal Crime, Federal Crime, Federal Crime
I first became interested in becoming a lawyer after reading books about noted trial lawyers such as Gerry Spence, Race Horse Haynes and Melvin Belli. I was inspired by their stories to go to law school even though I had already graduated from college and owned a successful business. I sold my business, was admitted to law school and dedicated myself to learning everything I could about being a courtroom lawyer.. I learned that trying a case well is a skill that can’t be learned just from books. It takes a lot of experience in a courtroom to really develop the ability.. I have now been a trial lawyer for over 27 years. My first jury trial took place in 1987-an acquittal on a DUI case. Since that time, I have tried many cases in both State and Federal Courts ranging from murder and drug trafficking down to accusations of stealing a pack of gum from Krogers. Most cases settle without the need for a trial but I believe my clients receive more favorable offers of settlement because Prosecutors know that if an offer is not fair, I will not hesitate to go to trial and that I have the skills and experience to obtain a favorable outcome.
Avvo Review
“I have used Mr Butler for over 20 years. He is a wonderful lawyer. He gets all of my traffic tickets”
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Lawyers.com Review
“Bill is an excellent and doggedly determined lawyer. Fights for his clients and goes the extra mile.”
Google Review
“Mr Butler and (Karen) are beyond amazing! In 2019, I was charged in an embezzling case. My family and I were completely lost and scared and had no idea what to do or expect. My fam…”
— Ann
