About Joseph R. Williams
Joseph R. Williams practices exclusively in the field of matrimonial and family law, and represents individuals in the negotiation and litigation of separation, divorce, child custody, support, and domestic violence matters. He has extensive experience representing clients in both Supreme and Family Court throughout the Capital District. Awards and Honors Honors Albany Law School Equality & Justice Scholarship Albany Law School Kate Stoneman Award
Education
Legal Education
- Albany Law School of Union University, Albany, New York, 2015
- J.D.
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Honors: With High Honors
- Law Review: Albany Law Review, Executive Editor, 2013 - 2015
Non Legal Education
- Manhattan College, Riverdale, New York, 2011
- B.S.
- Honors: summa cum laude
- Honors: With High Honors
- Major: Business Administration
Current Employment Position(s)
- Associate
- Languages
- English
Classes and Seminars
- LGBT Domestic Violence
- ns & Outs of Child Support
- Domestic Violence Sensitivity Trainings
Pro Bono Activities
- The Legal Project Pro Bono Matrimonial & Family Law Panel, 2016 - 2018
Published Works
Articles
- "I Don't Like Gays, Okay?" Use of the 'Gay Panic' Murder Defense in Modern American Courtrooms, Albany Law Review, Vol. 78, 2015
Bar Admissions
- New York, 2016
Other Affiliations
- New York State Bar Association (Member)
- Albany County Bar Association (Member)
- Capital District Women's Bar Association
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Joseph R. Williams |
| Firm | Copps DiPaola Silverman, PLLC |
| Address | Albany, NY, 126 State St., 6th Floor, Albany, NY |
| Phone | 518-417-2609 |
| Website | www.coppsdipaola.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |