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William K. Schwartz
Associate
Overview
William Schwartz’ practice focuses on corporate restructuring. William applies his knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and related law to assist clients in achieving optimal results for both in-court and out-of-court restructuring matters.
Prior Experience
Prior to joining Faegre Drinker, William clerked for two years in New York City bankruptcy courts: After completing a year-long clerkship for the Hon. Elizabeth S. Stong and Hon. Nancy Hershey-Lord in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York, William clerked for a year with the Hon. John P. Mastando III in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.
Before law school, William worked as a Chinese patent translator for three years. He is also fluent in Spanish and French.
Personal Interests
In his free time, William enjoys playing volleyball and competes on the weekends in a New York City adult recreational volleyball league.
Credentials
Bar Admissions
New York
Clerkships
U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, Hon. John Mastando III, 2024-2025
U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York, Hon. Nancy Hershey-Lord, 2023-2024
Languages
French
Spanish
Chinese
Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D./D.C.L. cum laude, University of Miami Inter-American Law Review (articles and comments editor) (2023)
New York University
B.A. in Romance Languages (2016)
New York University
M.S. in Translation (2018)
Leadership & Community
Professional Associations
- New York State Bar Association
- American Bankruptcy Institute