William M. "Will" Shields

4.5 (36 reviews )

Boston Massachusetts United States

Corporate Law Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2021

617-951-7000 Website

About William

William M. Shields is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.William M., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William M. Shields is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

William M., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Education

Boston University School of Law

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

36 Reviews

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Dwight Steuber

Jan 29, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of William M. "Will" Shields and staff

Short and sweet: William M. "Will" Shields is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Corporate Law. If you're in Boston and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately. You...

Cynthia Olson

Jan 29, 2026

The absolute best in Boston for Corporate Law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

I was really stressed about my case in Boston, but William M. "Will" Shields made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled ever...

Estelle Ratke

Jan 29, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at William M. "Will" Shields's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Boston over the years, but William M. "Will" Shields stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times...

Sheryl Champlin

Jan 29, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at William M. "Will" Shields's legal practice

I appreciate how William M. "Will" Shields handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Corporate Law matter. They are obviously very experienced and...

Jennie Borer

Jan 29, 2026

So glad I called William M. "Will" Shields to handle my Corporate Law case in Boston

I wasn't sure who to call for my Corporate Law problem, but I'm so glad I went with William M. "Will" Shields. They really listened to me and understood my situation. It was such a relief to have some...