William Isaacson

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Founding Partner at Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

William "Bill" Isaacson is a Founding Partner at Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP and a premier trial lawyer, specializing in complex commercial and antitrust litigation. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a 2016 "Litigator of the Year, " and holds a JD from the University of Virginia School of Law. Clients praise his "superb intellect" and strategic abilities.

Outside of his legal practice, Bill supports his wife, artist Sophia McCrocklin, and shares her achievements publicly. He has a noted interest in American music and actively promotes his colleagues successes, emphasizing the importance of collaboration. He also contributes to philanthropic causes, including the Rock Creek Conservancy and Legal Counsel for the Elderly.

He is the trustee of the Garry Shandling Charitable Trust, managing the late comedians philanthropic endeavors.

Personality Overview

Calm

Social Proof Driven

Slow To Decisions

They are unlikely to become strong champions as they don't prefer pushing other people.  Their decisions are defined by the possible value that they can bring to the organization.
 They get along well with all people.

Topics They Care About

Antitrust Litigation
Described as arguably the most successful antitrust lawyer in recent memory, securing major victories for both plaintiffs and defendants in high-profile class actions.
Trial Strategy
Renowned for making difficult facts understandable to juries and for cross-examinations that have reportedly "changed the court's thinking overnight. "
Collaborative Leadership
He publicly celebrates his partners' achievements and specifically praises collaboration as a key characteristic of influence and power in the legal field.

Media Appearances

William A. Isaacson - Founding Partner. Featured in Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP (official website)

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Work History

5-2025
Founding Partner at Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP
6-2020 - 5-2025
Partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
9-1997 - 6-2020
Partner at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP

Education

1983 - 1986
Doctor of Law - JD from University of Virginia School of Law
1978 - 1982
Bachelor's degree from University of Redlands

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Exp : 28 Location : Washington, District of Columbia, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Founding Partner at Dunn Isaacson Rhee LLP
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Insights For Selling To William

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Pause and ask them if they have any questions
  • Focus your pitch on the impact that you could help them have on their organization
  • If possible, connect them to existing customers

DONT's

  • Don’t keep pushing them for a straight answer, just make your own conclusions
  • Don’t don the salesperson avatar, be the friendly advisor instead
  • Avoid saying anything that sounds like a risky proposition

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with William is

  • Low risk, approval of other stakeholders and successful process-based evaluation are most important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from William

  • They don’t say no very often, and can take you around in circles sometimes.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will William move?

  • They do not like to rush, so they could be slow in making decisions.
  • Can William take some risk or not?

  • They rarely take risks and prefer making decisions supported by others.

You And William

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