About William McKay
William McKay Shipp earned his law degree from The George Washington University Law School in 1985 after completing his undergraduate studies at George Washington University’s Virginia campus in 1982. He came of age in law school during a decade of shifting legal and regulatory landscapes. The academic record places him in a generation of lawyers who moved quickly from classroom to courtrooms and corporate halls.
After law school, Shipp established his practice in Maryland. Over the years he has combined the roles of lawyer and firm executive. That mix of responsibilities is common among long-standing members of small and mid-size firms, but Shipp’s title reflects a formalized leadership role: he is listed as principal and managing director at O Malley Miles Nylen & Gilmore. Those titles indicate oversight of both legal work and the business side of the firm.
In his capacity at the firm, Shipp has been involved in day-to-day management decisions. He works on staffing and mentoring, and he participates in strategic planning. He also continues to handle client matters. The balance between administrative duties and legal practice shapes the rhythm of his professional life.
Colleagues describe the concentration that comes from years in practice. Since receiving his J.D. in 1985, Shipp has practiced law in Maryland. That longevity has allowed him to witness changes in state law and local practice. He brings that institutional knowledge to meetings with clients and to internal firm discussions about case strategy and risk.
Shipp’s career path follows a familiar arc: solid academic credentials followed by steady professional advancement and greater managerial responsibility. He remains based in Maryland and in his current role at O Malley Miles Nylen & Gilmore. He divides his time between leadership duties at the firm and direct legal work for clients. He currently concentrates his practice at O Malley Miles Nylen & Gilmore in Maryland.
