William J. Dreyer
About William J. Dreyer
William J. Dreyer is a lawyer based in Albany, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1983. William J. Dreyer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albany, New York
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Dreyer Boyajian
Education: New York Law School, graduated 1969 and Bowdoin College
Location: Albany, NY
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