About William

William Whittington has been a prominent figure in the legal field of Prescott and Yavapai County, Arizona, since 1981. His legal career began after he earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona College of Law in the same year. Shortly thereafter, he joined Boyle, Pecharich, Cline, Whittington & Stallings, a well-established firm located at 125 N Granite St, Prescott, AZ 86301. This firm, which has been serving clients since 1950, is recognized as an AV® Preeminent™ law firm by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell. Whittington’s practice areas are diverse and reflect his extensive expertise. He focuses on business law, estate planning, probate, real estate law, and special district law.

In business law, he navigates complex issues related to contracts, business formation, and corporate governance. His work includes the establishment of non-profit corporations and limited liability companies, as well as facilitating purchases and sales of businesses. This breadth of knowledge allows him to effectively represent various clients, from small businesses to larger corporate entities. In the realm of estate planning, Whittington handles critical matters such as trusts, wills, and powers of attorney. His proficiency extends to probate and trust administration, where he manages estate administration and the legal processes associated with it. This area of his practice is vital for families handling the requirements of estate distribution and asset management after a loved one’s passing.

His attention to detail and understanding of the law ensure that his clients receive comprehensive guidance during these challenging times. Whittington’s real estate law practice covers many issues, including construction law, commercial and residential real estate transactions, and real estate contracts. He is experienced in zoning law and land use law, which are essential for clients looking to develop or utilize property in compliance with local regulations. Additionally, he represents special districts—such as fire, water, sanitary, and public improvement districts—providing legal counsel on governance and operational matters. Active in the legal community, Whittington is a member of the Arizona State Bar and the Yavapai County Bar Association. His leadership roles include serving on the Executive Board for the Probate and Trust Section of the State Bar of Arizona.

In 1991, he held the position of President of the Prescott Estate Planning Council. Furthermore, he contributed to legal education as an instructor at Yavapai College, where he taught business law and estate planning from 1984 to 1993. His experience and commitment to the legal profession have established him as a attorney in Prescott, Arizona.

Education

James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona

J.D. (1981)

University of Arizona

B.A. (1978) | Liberal Arts

Accepted Jurisdictions

Arizona

Court Admissions

State Bar of Arizona State Supreme Court · Admitted 1981
U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona U.S. District Court · Admitted 1981

Types of Cases Handled

Business Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Law Special District Law

Legal Services Scope

Contracts Formation Corporations Non-Profit Corporations Limited Liability Companies Purchases Sales Trusts Wills Powers of Attorney Estate Administration Construction Law Commercial Real Estate Residential Real Estate Real Estate Contracts Zoning Law Land Use Law Fire District Law Water District Law Sanitary District Law Public Improvement District Law

Professional Associations

Arizona State Bar

has membership Current

Yavapai County Bar Association

has membership Current

Prescott Estate Planning Council

has membership Current

Executive Board for the Probate and Trust Section of the State Bar of Arizona

has membership and Past Board has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 125 N Granite St Prescott AZ 86301