Bill McGonigle focuses his practice on commercial litigation and trial strategy, and has been first chair in multiple trials: presenting arguments, conducting examinations, and coordinating strategy. In addition to his trial work, Bill has taken clients through all other stages of the litigation process; from the initial investigation and pleadings to discovery and motions practice to appeal and ultimate judgment. Bill has represented a wide range of clients, including insurance companies, investment firms, banks, consumer product corporations, nonprofits, and a variety of individuals. Through these representations, he has handled matters involving breach of contract, legal malpractice, environmental issues, medical whistleblower, fiduciary duties, trademark matters, medical malpractice, class actions, wrongful death, fraud, insurance coverage, and many more.In each matter, Bill has zealously committed himself to learning the details of his clients’ business and the facts at issue, be it cutting-edge photon therapy, industrial chemicals, health care system management, or biotech research and development.Throughout his career, Bill has been proactive in keeping up-to-date with technology and the benefits it can provide his clients. This ranges from e-discovery issues and the protocols necessary to guarantee efficient document review to remote depositions and hearings which have become commonplace since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bill McGonigle concentrates his practice on complex civil litigation matters and trial strategy. He has extensive experience drafting motions, preparing depositions and working with clients through the e-discovery process. Having taken multiple matters to trial, Bill is well versed in developing trial examination strategies, drafting demonstratives for use in argument and managing extensive exhibit lists. He has served as both lead and solo trial counsel in two separate matters, handling witness preparation, arguments, and direct and cross examinations. Additionally, Bill assists with internal investigations when clients need advice regarding their rights and liabilities. A proponent of pro bono service, Bill serves as Katten's coordinator for the Clemency Project 2014, which is a nationwide initiative to evaluate the eligibility for potential clemency for federal inmates who likely would have received shorter sentences had they been sentenced today. Bill also has assisted the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law in presenting an argument to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development on behalf of low-income housing tenants.DISCLAIMER: Attorney advertising. Prior results do no guarantee a similar outcome.

• Drafted a successful motion for summary judgment arguing for the application of judicial estoppel against a plaintiff who omitted the existence of a pending claim from her bankruptcy proceeding• Prepared and delivered both a written and oral briefing to a client agency regarding the potential waiver of attorney-client privilege, discretionary privilege, and the attorney work product doctrine if documents were disclosed to a federal agency not party to an immediate litigation• Researched the potential bounds for contingent damages in a complex FTCA claim considering over 100 plaintiffs• Drafted an internal memorandum analyzing when an independent contractor’s report could be considered a party-opponent admission• Contributed to and attended moot courts and depositions

• Drafted and edited opinions concerning the interpretation and application of aviation-related law under various U.S. statutes, federal regulations, and agency determinations• Authored memos detailing facts, law, and potential issues to prepare administrative law judges for status conferences• Prepared quarterly billing reports and updated procedures• Maintained online case tracking system

• Drafted a successful motion to dismiss an FTCA claim alleging “negligent record keeping” where purchased a previously-assigned life insurance policy from a federal employee• Authored an extensive response supporting the termination of an individual from the 8(a) Business Development Program for no longer being “economically disadvantaged”• Collected and interpreted data and practices for internal audit concerning qui tam suits

• Supported attorneys in cases concerning 5th Amendment takings, bid protests, water rights, APA challenges, municipal harassment, import seizure, and international treaties• Prepared and filed motions, memoranda, notices, and briefs in federal courts, state courts, ICSID, and the International Chamber of Commerce• Organized voluminous administrative records, trial records, and discovery documents• Drafted interrogatories, requests for admission, requests for production of documents, initial disclosures, and responses to discovery requests• Managed the installation and use of a new IT infrastructure• Coordinated the design of firm’s new website

• Reviewed, summarized, and indexed patent documents, communications, and billings

• Instructed students of varying ages through weekly class sessions• Provided liaison between foreign and Chinese staff• Custom-designed both university and industry classes to suit specific customer needs

• Managed Immigrant Visa and Non-Immigrant Visa matters for clients across the nation• Evaluated cases and presented attorneys with strategies for review• Trained incoming attorneys and staff on office procedures