William R. "Bill" Settles
About William R. Settles
William R. Settles is a lawyer based in Omaha, NE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. William R. Settles is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Appellate Practice
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Lamson Dugan and Murray LLP
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Omaha, NE
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