Overview
Bill Dempsey practices in Stoel Rives’ Litigation group, where he assists in all aspects of the litigation of complex, document-intensive matters, with a focus in eDiscovery.
Prior to becoming a staff attorney, Bill was a contract attorney in Stoel Rives’ Litigation group (2017–2022), assisting in a wide range of cases including public works litigation, low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) matters, and other commercial disputes. Before working with Stoel Rives, Bill worked in a similar capacity as a contract attorney with several Seattle-area law firms and corporations.
Education
Seattle University School of Law, J.D., 2009
Seattle University, B.A., Philosophy, 2001
Admissions
Washington
Experience
- Assisted in the litigation of a large public works dispute on behalf of state agency resulting in a favorable trial verdict, upheld on appeal.
- Assisted in the litigation of a large public works dispute on behalf of county agency resulting in a favorable negotiated settlement.
- Assisted in the litigation of a LIHTC matter on behalf of managing general partner resulting in a favorable trial verdict.
Affiliations
Civic
- KCBA Neighborhood Legal Clinic, 2009–present, Volunteer