William T. Burgess

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

Detroit, Michigan

41+ years experience

Dickinson Wright PLLC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

313-223-3500

https://www.dickinson-wright.com/our-people/williamt_burgess

500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 4000, Detroit, MI 48226-3425

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Bio

Mr. Burgess currently serves as Dickinson Wright’s Chairman. From 2010 through 2018, Mr. Burgess served as Dickinson Wright’s Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all aspects of the Firm’s professional and business operations, strategic planning, client relations and business expansion.For more than 20 years, served as counsel to secured lenders (including banks, insurance companies, lending syndicates, administrative agents, collateral agents and loan servicers) in all aspects of workouts, restructurings, loan modifications and enforcement of remedies. Mr. Burgess currently serves as Dickinson Wright’s Chairman. Burgess currently serves as Dickinson Wright’s Chairman. From 2010 through 2018, Mr. Burgess served as Dickinson Wright’s Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all aspects of the Firm’s professional and business operations, strategic planning, client relations and business expansion. For more than 20 years, served as counsel to secured lenders (including banks, insurance companies, lending syndicates, administrative agents, collateral agents and loan servicers) in all aspects of workouts, restructurings, loan modifications and enforcement of remedies.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Michigan

State Capital

Lansing

Highest Court

Michigan Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of Michigan

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

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

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Recognized: Litigation - Bankruptcy
Practice Area: International Mergers and Acquisitions
Special Focus: Banking
Special Focus: Chapter 12
Special Focus: Commercial
Special Focus: Creditors' Rights
Special Focus: Foreclosures
Special Focus: Lender Liability
Special Focus: Litigation
Special Focus: Mergers & Acquisitions
Special Focus: Out-of-Court Workouts
Special Focus: Workouts and Restructurings

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

Yale University, J.D., graduated 1984
Yale University, graduated 1984

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Reviews

Eric Cox

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex business restructuring

Our manufacturing company faced significant financial distress, requiring a delicate restructuring of both domestic and international obligations. We engaged William Burgess based on his long-standing reputation and specific recognition in bankruptcy and creditor rights law. His four decades of experience, particularly his leadership background as Dickinson Wright's former CEO and Chairman, provided invaluable strategic perspective. He didn't just handle the legal filings; he understood the business implications at every turn. His deep knowledge of insolvency and international M&A, as noted in his accolades, was crucial in negotiating with our overseas partners. The outcome preserved our core operations. The only slight critique would be that during peak periods, direct communication could sometimes involve a brief delay, as he is understandably in high demand. Overall, Mr. Burgess's counsel was authoritative and precisely what our complex situation required.