Will O'Neill litigates business and real estate disputes on behalf of public entities, private companies, and individuals. Will encourages his clients to engage him early to find resolution before lengthy litigation.
Will’s leadership within the legal community has developed trusted relationships throughout California, which has led to positive outcomes for clients. His public service as a two-time Mayor of Newport Beach, CA and former Chairman of the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency has helped develop a strategic, story-telling litigation approach.
Awards & Recognition
- Southern California Super Lawyers 2018-2025
- Southern California Rising Stars 2013-2017
Professional Affiliations
- Association of Business Trial Lawyers (Orange County); Past President
- Orange County Bar Association; Board Member
- Board of Governors, U.C. Hastings College of the Law (Past President)
- Celtic Bar Association (Past Trustee)
Charitable & Civic Involvement
- Mayor of Newport Beach (2020 · 2024); City Council member (2016-2024)
- Chairman of San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency (2022-2023)
- Chairman of the Republican Party of Orange County (2025-Present)
Admissions
- California
- U.S. District Court, Central District of California
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Education
- University of California, Hastings College of Law (J.D., 2007)
- Stanford University (B.A., 2004)