About William
William M. Butler Jr. is a criminal defense attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky. He graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1972 and earned his law degree from the University of Louisville College of Law in 1986, the same year he was admitted to practice in Kentucky. He maintains a practice that focuses on defending clients against state and federal criminal charges.
Throughout his career, Butler has represented clients in various jurisdictions, including appearances in multiple U.S. District Courts across the country. He is a member of several legal organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Focus Areas
- Federal Crime
- Criminal Defense
- Embezzlement
- Conspiracy
- Violent Crimes
- Drug Crime
Education
- University of Louisville College of Law (J.D.)
- University of Kentucky
Bar Admissions
- Licensed since 1986
- Kentucky State Court
- U.S. District Court Eastern District Kentucky
- U.S. District Court Western District Kentucky
- U.S. District Court Southern District Indiana
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Tennessee
- U.S. Court Of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- U.S. Court Of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
Memberships
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Kentucky Bar Association
- Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National Trial Lawyers Association
Information compiled from public sources (last checked 2026-09-28):
Experience
40+ Years
Education
University of Louisville College of Law
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