William S. "Bill" Vernon
About William S. Vernon
William S. Vernon is a lawyer based in Cedar Rapids, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. William S. Vernon is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Banking and Finance Law
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Real Estate Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Simmons Perrine PLC
Education: University of Missouri, LLM, Taxation, graduated 1981, Drake University, JD, graduated 1977, and Regis College, BS, Political Science, graduated 1974
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
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