About William
William E — Betz is an attorney with over 40 years of experience in civil litigation. Based in Garden City, New York, he has built a diverse practice that addresses many legal issues. Mr. Betz earned his Juris Doctor cum laude from New York Law School in 1983. During his time there, he distinguished himself as a member of the Law Review and was honored with the American Jurisprudence Award for his academic excellence. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at St. John's University in New York City, laying a solid foundation for his legal career. After graduating from law school, Mr. Betz began his legal journey as a law clerk at the prestigious firm Cravath, Swaine & Moore. This experience provided him with invaluable insights into the details of corporate law and litigation. In August 1983, he joined Weil, Gotshal & Manges in New York City, where he developed his skills in civil litigation.
By November 1987, he took a significant step in his career by establishing his own practice, the Law Office of William E. Betz, in Garden City, New York. This transition allowed him to focus on serving his clients with a approach. From 1999 to 2001, Mr. Betz expanded his legal expertise while serving as an Assistant Attorney General in Saipan, within the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. In this role, he specialized in civil litigation for the local government, addressing legal issues unique to the region. His practice now includes various areas of civil litigation, including personal injury, medical malpractice, family law, business law, and appeals. Notably, he has represented clients in significant cases such as Hartline v — Gallo, Bolden v. Alston, and United States v. $19,047 in U.S.
Currency. Mr. Betz's appellate experience is extensive, having argued cases before the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Second and Ninth Circuits, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court. In addition to his litigation work, he has engaged in alternative dispute resolution methods, including arbitration and mediation. His experience extends to representing minority shareholders in business disputes, as well as handling employment contracts and employment discrimination cases. His family law practice is particularly noteworthy, as he has achieved significant success in representing fathers seeking custody of their children in divorce and child custody proceedings. Admitted to practice in New York, Mr. Betz is also authorized to appear before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, the U.S.
Courts of Appeals for the Second and Ninth Circuits. The U.S. Supreme Court. He is an active member of the New York State Bar Association, contributing to the legal community. The Law Office of William E. Betz is conveniently located at 1225 Franklin Avenue, Suite 325, Garden City, NY 11530. For consultations, Mr. Betz can be reached at (516) 767-3964 or via email at betzlaw@aol.com.
