William is a New York native who graduated from SUNY Empire with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Political Science. William earned his Juris Doctor summa cum laude from Albany Law School in 2021, where he was enrolled in the school’s rigorous two-year accelerated J.D. program. While at Albany Law School, William studied labor law and employment discrimination litigation. He also served as an Associate Editor of the Albany Law Review, participated in the Domenick L. Gabrielli Appellate Advocacy Moot Court Competition, and volunteered with the Legal Aid Society’s Pro Bono Divorce Clinic.
During the Summer of 2021, William interned with the New York State Division of Veterans Services, helping wrongfully discharged soldiers, sailors, and marines restore their lost benefits. While working for the Divisions of Veterans Services, William had the honor of writing benefits appeals memoranda for veterans seeking to have their benefits restored under New York’s Restoration of Honor Act.
William comes to us from the Hudson Valley, where he practiced as a general litigation attorney. He is excited to put his litigation experience to work on behalf of the workers served by Satter Ruhlen Law Firm, PLLC. As someone who has always been enthusiastic about social justice, William feels strongly about advocating for workers’ rights because he believes in the dignity and fairness that every employee deserves. He believes that it is crucial that we protect workers’ right to fair wages, safe working conditions, and the ability to organize and advocate for themselves. He is a welcome addition to the Firm!
