William Edwins, Insurance Attorney in New York
PartneratLondon Fischer LLP
New, NY
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William Edwins is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP.
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About William Edwins: William Edwins is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP.
Areas of practice
William's practice areas in New York
William concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in New York
William takes insurance matters in New York. 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
William Edwins, insurance attorney serving New York
William Edwins is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Insurance. Currently practicing at London Fischer LLP. William works from New York and takes on insurance matters across the region.
William J. Edwins has twenty-five years of experience in the insurance industry and is a mainstay in the state and federal courts where he specializes in insurance coverage and commercial litigation.
In addition to William being an accomplished litigator, he performs detailed coverage analyses and provides coverage advice to domestic and international insurers on a variety of policy types concerning claims in the hundreds of millions of dollars.
Prior to joining London Fischer, William worked at Am Law 200 firms where he represented dozens of major insurers in North America and Europe.
William is widely known by opposing counsel as a tough litigator. William’s clients appreciate his frank and practical analysis and recommendations and the fact he considers business relationships to be personal relationships. William has a long track record of helping insurers transfer risks and resolve complex insurance issues. Insurers rely on William time and time again as both a trusted advisor and a fierce advocate.
William has presented lectures and webinars and is a published author on diverse topics of insurance coverage. He is the proud father of one of the top junior equestrians in the country
Notable Decisions/Results
William has successfully represented insurers in state and federal courts, during mediations and early resolution stages. He has prevailed on countless dispositive motions, outright defeating claims or prevailing on novel legal arguments and has effectively transferred millions of dollars of risk for his clients.
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William J. Edwins has twenty-five years of experience in the insurance industry and is a mainstay in the state and federal courts where he specializes in insurance coverage and commercial litigation. In addition to William being an accomplished litigator, he performs detailed coverage analyses and provides coverage advice to domestic and international insurers on a variety of policy types…
Clients William works with
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where William studied and practices
New York Law School
J.D. Dean · 2001
Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus
B.A. Political · 1998
William studied at J.D. Dean in New York Law School and B.A. Political in Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. Dean in New York Law School and B.A. Political in Long Island University – C.W. Post Campus. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
William's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •New York State Bar Association
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Locations
William Edwins's office in New York
William's primary office is at 59 Maiden Lane, New York, NY, 10038. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William Edwins — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William Edwins
How much does it cost to hire William for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in New York typically take?
Simple insurance 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 New York?
William is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York 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 insurance 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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