Founded as the Defense Research Institute in 1960, DRI is the largest international membership organization of attorneys defending the interests of business and individuals in civil litigation. DRI’s Annual Professional Achievement and Service Awards celebrate and honor outstanding performance by state and local defense organizations, DRI law firms and individuals. Award recipients are recognized for their public service, involvement in the DRI community and contributions to the law.

In his practice, Williams regularly counsels clients on a wide range of regulatory, risk management, due diligence, product labeling, public disclosure, policy and crisis management issues. He has first-chair jury trial experience, as well as extensive pre-trial litigation experience in complex litigation with a concentration in multi-district litigation. He also has significant experience in a range of internal investigation, compliance, and regulatory matters, particularly within the life sciences and media, sports and entertainment sectors.