Bill Carmody

Bill Carmody: Nationally Recognized Trial Lawyer for Bet-the-Company Cases

Bill Carmody is a nationally recognized trial lawyer and a leading force in bet-the-company litigation. As a permanent member of Susman Godfrey’s Executive Committee and head of its New York office, he specializes in complex business and intellectual property disputes, consistently delivering exceptional results for both plaintiffs and defendants. Bill’s approach is uniquely driven by a commitment to aggressive advocacy and a results-oriented fee structure – aligning his interests entirely with those of his clients.

With a reputation built on strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, Bill consistently puts his money where his mouth is, betting on his ability to achieve victory for his clients. He’s a pioneer in structuring fee deals that reward success, a refreshing change in a profession often bound by traditional billing practices. This innovative approach reflects his deep understanding of the stakes involved in these critical cases.

Bill’s expertise spans a remarkably diverse range of litigation, including antitrust, commercial and securities fraud, structured finance and derivatives disputes, class actions, false claims acts, oil & gas litigation, trust and estate matters, trade secrets protection, trademark disputes, and patent infringement claims. He has a proven track record of success in navigating the most challenging legal landscapes.

His most significant recent victory involved representing a whistleblower in the Novartis anti-kickback litigation, resulting in a landmark settlement of $465 million – the largest recovery of its kind. This remarkable achievement demonstrates Bill’s strategic acumen, tenacity, and ability to uncover and exploit critical legal vulnerabilities.

Bill is consistently recognized among the nation’s leading lawyers, appearing on prestigious lists such as the Lawdragon 500, the Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers, and Benchmark’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He’s a perennial fixture on the Legal 500, and recognized by Best Attorney USA since 2005. His peers consistently recognize his exceptional skill, often describing him as “in another league.” The Benchmark peer’s description perfectly captures his approach: ‘Of all the lawyers I’ve worked with in all my years, this guy [Carmody] was the best in every respect. As a trial lawyer he could do it all.’

Bill’s dedication to his craft is further evidenced by his affiliations with prestigious organizations including the American Board of Trial Advocates, the Litigation Counsel of America, and the American Bar Foundation. He's also a “Texas Super Lawyer” and a “New York Super Lawyer,” and has been featured in Law360’s “Trial Pro” series.

Key Credentials & Awards:

• Practice Areas: Bill Carmody’s expertise covers a broad spectrum of litigation, including Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Antitrust Law, Arbitration, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Copyright Law, Litigation - Antitrust, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Litigation - Securities, Patent Law, Qui Tam Law, Trademark Law, and Complex Litigation (specifically focusing on patent disputes).
• Recognitions: He is consistently listed in Lawdragon 500, Chambers USA Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers, Benchmark’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers, New York Super Lawyer and Texas Super Lawyer, Lawdragon 41 Legal Legends, Law360 – 10 Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar, Named to the National Law Journal’s list of Elite Trial Lawyers, Listed in the Legal 500, Top three finalist in 2018 for the New York Law Journal’s Attorney of the Year, and is included in Best Attorney USA in five categories.
• Affiliations: The American Board of Trial Advocates, the Litigation Counsel of America, and the American Bar Foundation.
• Media Appearances: Bill’s trial victories have been profiled in prominent national and international media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Business Week, Bloomberg, The National Law Journal, Texas Lawyer, and The American Lawyer.

Bill Carmody is committed to providing unparalleled legal representation to clients facing complex business and intellectual property disputes. His dedication, strategic approach, and track record of success make him a formidable advocate and a trusted legal counsel.