William C. "Bill" Livingston
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About William C. Livingston
William C. Livingston is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. William C. Livingston is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Civil Rights Law
Current Firm: Berkman Gordon Murray & DeVan
Education: Cleveland Marshall College of Law, graduated 2012
Location: Cleveland, OH
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