William H. Bill Zimmern

Corporate Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Charlotte, North Carolina

22+ years experience

Moore & Van Allen PLLC

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

704-331-1000

https://www.mvalaw.com/people-William-Bill-H-Zimmern

100 North Tryon Street, Suite 4700, Charlotte, NC 28202-4003

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Bio

Bill Zimmern provides strategic leadership and practical, business-oriented advice on a broad range of mergers and acquisitions transactions, with substantial experience involving financial sponsors, large corporations, and the representation of founders and long-time owners. He also assists clients with securities and general corporate matters.Bill serves as Co-head of the firm's Corporate practice. Bill has worked for sophisticated clients across a number of industries, including in the healthcare, information technology, financial services, business and industrial services, retail, and real estate industries.Prior to joining the firm, Bill practiced at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP in New York. Bill Zimmern provides strategic leadership and practical, business-oriented advice on a broad range of mergers and acquisitions transactions, with substantial experience involving financial sponsors, large corporations, and the representation of founders and long-time owners. He also assists clients with securities and general corporate matters. Bill serves as Co-head of the firm's Corporate practice. Bill has worked for sophisticated clients across a number of industries, including in the healthcare, information technology, financial services, business and industrial services, retail, and real estate industries. Prior to joining the firm, Bill practiced at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP in New York.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

North Carolina

State Capital

Raleigh

Highest Court

North Carolina Supreme Court

Bar Association

North Carolina State Bar

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 2003

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Reviews

Eric Allen

3 months ago

Invaluable counsel on a complex acquisition

Bill Zimmern was instrumental in guiding our company through a complex, multi-jurisdictional acquisition. His 22 years of experience, particularly his deep knowledge of financial sponsor transactions, provided a strategic edge. Bill’s advice was consistently practical and business-focused, cutting through legal complexities to keep the deal on track. His recognition in M&A law is well-deserved. Working with him and the team at Moore & Van Allen gave us immense confidence. The transaction closed smoothly, and the final structure has positioned us perfectly for future growth. I would not hesitate to recommend Bill for any significant corporate matter.