William R. "Bill" Maguire
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016 About William R. Maguire
William R. Maguire is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. William R. Maguire is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
Education: Trinity College Dublin, School of Law, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: New York, NY
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