William R. Gill
About William R. Gill
William R. Gill is a lawyer based in Baton Rouge, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. William R. Gill is recognized in the following practice area:
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
Current Firm: Manasseh, Gill, Knipe & Belanger
Education: Southern University Law Center, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
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