Elliott Williams

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        Elliott Williams Elliott Williams

        Elliott is a dedicated, hands-on problem-solver who understands his clients’ needs and objectives and guides them to successful outcomes across a wide range of civil litigation matters.

        As a member of Verrill’s Litigation & Trial Group, Elliott uses his research and writing skills to provide thoughtful, methodical, and pragmatic representation to a diverse client base—from large corporations to individuals—tailoring his approach to each case’s unique circumstances. He advocates for clients in state and federal courts, handling matters from pre-suit investigations through resolution.

        Prior to joining Verrill, Elliott worked as a litigation associate at a highly regarded maritime litigation boutique in Westport. His practice included representing vessel owners, vessel charterers, non-vessel operating common carriers, and marine insurers among others in a broad range of maritime and commercial litigation matters before arbitration tribunals in state and federal courts across the United States.

        During law school, Elliott served as Managing Editor of the Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights and Social Justice, where he managed a diverse staff and oversaw the publication of three journal volumes and semi-monthly essays, as well as the production of the Journal’s annual symposium. He also participated in the New York State Office of the Attorney General Social Justice Division Field Clinic, assisting attorneys in the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau with a wide variety of nonprofit corporate governance enforcement matters.

        Outside the office, Elliott enjoys spending time with his wife, their daughter, and their two Newfoundland dogs.

         

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        Education

        • Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D.)
          • Managing Editor, Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights and Social Justice
          • Dean’s Merit Scholarship
        • Samford University (B.A., magna cum laude)
          • Student Justice, Samford Student Judiciary

        Bar Admissions

        • Connecticut
        • New York

        Court and Other Admissions

        • U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
        • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
        • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York
        • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
        • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas

        Memberships

        • Connecticut Maritime Association
        • Maritime Law Association of the United States
        • New York State Bar Association
        • New York City Bar Association

        Firm Highlights

        Published Works

        Four Verrill Attorneys Co-Author Massachusetts Trends and Developments Chapter for Chambers and Partners Child Relocation 2026 Guide

        Verrill attorneys Mary H. Schmidt, Rachel A. Deering, Hannah R. Zukoff, and Mariah G. Tappan co-authored the “Trends and Developments” chapter...
        Blog

        A New Protected Class in Maine: Holders of Final Protection Orders

        In the lead-up to Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, employers may be taking a closer look at how their policies and practices respond to...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Verrill Secures SJC Victory for Boston Legacy FC in White Stadium Litigation

        Verrill has secured a significant appellate victory for Boston Legacy FC in the litigation challenging the redevelopment of White Stadium in...
        Blog

        Hurry Up and Wait

        This is the third in a series of Verrill blog posts on Maine’s packaging extended producer responsibility (“EPR”) law[1]. In July we reported...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses First Brands Chapter 11 Case in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the rejection of First Brands Group's Chapter 11 plan and the...
        Media Mentions

        Cybersecurity and AI Governance: Scott Anderson Featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

        Verrill Managing Partner Scott Anderson was recently featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly discussing how law firms can build attorney buy-in for...
        Blog

        Section 530A Account Update: ERISA Status of Trump Accounts

        The Department of Labor has issued important guidance addressing whether employer programs that permit contributions to Section 530A accounts (and...
        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

        Startup founders and emerging-growth companies have a number of options for raising capital under the federal securities laws, including Regulation D...
        Blog

        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

        Employers that provide a Dependent Care Assistance Program will be pleased to learn that for the first time in 45 years, the IRS has issued guidance...
        Media Mentions

        U.S. Courts Highlights Annabel Rodriguez’s Journey from Fellow to Mentor

        Verrill attorney Annabel Rodriguez was featured in a recent U.S. Courts article titled “From Fellows to Mentors: Alumni Share Lasting Lessons from...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...