William E. "Billy" Bonner, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Atlanta, GA
Practicing business in Atlanta since 2005.
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- Years practicing
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William E. "Billy" Bonner is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. William has over 21 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GEORGIA
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About William E. "Billy" Bonner: William E. "Billy" Bonner is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. William has over 21 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by William E. "Billy" Bonner
William concentrates on business, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
William takes business matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
William takes litigation matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Atlanta, Georgia
William takes personal injury matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before William agrees to represent you.
Biography
About William E. "Billy" Bonner — Over 21 years of Georgia business experience
William E. "Billy" Bonner is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. William has over 21 years of legal experience.
Billy is a “think-outside-the-box” attorney whose creative approach and hard work have resulted in beat-the-odds wins for his clients. A powerful combination of drive, resourcefulness, and intelligence is the hallmark of Billy’s work. He is one of the few attorneys at the firm that devotes equal time to both personal injury and business cases, and this diversity in his practice forms the foundation of his unique and focused approach to his clients' problems.
Billy enjoys handling complex cases that require a full and detailed understanding of how products, businesses, and markets work. In recent years, he has handled cases involving industrial explosions, commercial trucking accidents, aviation accidents, interest-rate swaps, and employment fraud. His cases have garnered nationwide publicity and have been reported by the Wall Street Journal, The New Times, Fox News, and CNN. Since 2013, Billy has recovered over $175 million for his clients.
Billy's successes include:
- $11 million settlement for a man that suffered multiple amputations as a result of negligent medical treatment he received at an urgent care clinic;
- Nearly $10 million dollar verdict for a local sewer company defrauded by a regional bank;
- $8.5 million judgment for the family of a pilot killed in a helicopter crash;
- $7.5 million settlement for family of motorcyclist killed in crash by a delivery driver;
- $6 million settlement for the family of a young man killed by an improperly secured pressure cylinder;
- $3.2 million settlement for the family of a man killed in an industrial explosion;
- $3.2 million settlement for the children of a man killed in a motorcycle crash;
- $3 million jury verdict for a man who suffered a head injury in a crash with an 18-wheeler;
- $1.75 million jury verdict for a yacht owner against an insurance company that refused to compensate him for the total loss of his yacht;
- $1 million policy limits settlement for a young man who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a crash involving a commercial truck;
- $1 million settlement for a farmer who was catastrophically injured when his tractor was run over by a distracted 18-wheeler driver;
- Numerous other verdicts and confidential settlements.
A former member of the Spring Hill College baseball team and named All-American in 2000 and 2002, Billy was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. After graduating from Spring Hill College, he enrolled in law school at the University of Alabama, where he graduated summa cum laude in 2005.
During law school, Billy was inducted into the Order of the Coif, was a Hugo Black Scholar, and received the Dean M. Leigh Harrison award for academic excellence. He also served as a senior editor of the Alabama Law Review.
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William's approach to business cases
Billy is a “think-outside-the-box” attorney whose creative approach and hard work have resulted in beat-the-odds wins for his clients. A powerful combination of drive, resourcefulness, and intelligence is the hallmark of Billy’s work. He is one of the few attorneys at the firm that devotes equal time to both personal injury and business cases , and this diversity in his practice forms the…
The kind of cases William takes
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and personal injury matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
William E. "Billy" Bonner's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Alabama
J.D. · 2005
Spring Hill College
BS
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Georgia, State Bar o
2023 · ACTIVE
Mississippi, The Mis
2019 · ACTIVE
Alabama, Alabama Sta
2005 · ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in The University of Alabama and BS in Spring Hill College.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in The University of Alabama and BS in Spring Hill College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of William E. "Billy" Bonner
William has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, Listed as one of Alabama & the Mid-South Region’s top plaintiff attorneys (2021-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, Listed as one of Alabama & the Mid-South Region’s Rising Stars (2013 – 2020)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500, Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers (2023-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Top “40 Under 40” trial lawyers in Alabama (2014 – 2020)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mobile Bay Magazine's "Forty Under 40" (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent™ 4.8/5.0 Peer Rating
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
William E. "Billy" Bonner's office in Atlanta
William's primary office is at 5555 Glenridge Connector, Suite 550, Atlanta, Georgia, 30342. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William E. "Billy" Bonner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William E. "Billy" Bonner
How much does it cost to hire William for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
William is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — William will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with William?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new business clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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