William Michael, Jr.
Partner
Partner in the Trial group and co-chair of the White Collar Crime and Civil Fraud practice group. With more than 100 jury trials, Bill is an experienced trial attorney focusing in the areas of white collar and regulatory defense, civil and criminal health care fraud and complex internal investigations. He represents both individuals and corporations in these matters, including:
Bill speaks nationwide in areas of health care fraud, financial investigations and internal investigations. He also teaches attorneys, investigators and executives on the proper techniques to use in handling various criminal and regulatory matters, and has served as a frequent media commentator on a variety of issues, including those related to terrorism, internal investigations and complex federal investigations.
Prior Experience
Following his service as a member of the U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) and as a judge advocate, Bill served for 10 years as a federal prosecutor in both the Southern District of Florida and the District of Minnesota.
Admissions
- Minnesota
- Florida
U.S. Courts of Appeal for the Eighth and Eleventh Circuits
U.S. District Court for the Districts of Minnesota and the Southern District of Florida
U.S. Army Court of Military Review
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Honors
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Top 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys, Who's Who in Criminal Defense, 2007-2008
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Minnesota Super Lawyer, 2006-2007
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Department of Justice Director's Award for Outstanding Performance, 1996
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Minnesota State Bar Association, Elmer H. Walshauser Author's Award
Education
- Nova University School of Law
J.D., 1985
- Gustavus Adolphus College
1982
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