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Recognized in multiple practice areas, Bill Moran has distinguished himself as an accomplished litigator. He regularly represents consumer, commercial and industrial product manufacturers, retailers, and insurers. In addition to his Minnesota trial work he has built a strong national reputation for defending clients involving playground equipment, disposable lighters, farm machinery and drill presses as well as class action lawsuits brought against insurance companies. He is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Minnesota and Nebraska, the US Court of Appeals for the 7th and 8th Circuits, and the United States Supreme Court.

Bill received his J.D., cum laude, from the William Mitchell College of Law in 1986 and his B.A., with honors, from St. John's University in 1981. Committed to contributing to the law profession, Bill is a frequent lecturer and author for continuing education programs and seminars throughout the state. He is a former Associate Editor and contributing author for Minnesota Defense (the publication of the Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association). Bill has co-authored a manual on expert witness selection, preparation, and presentation for The National Business Institute. Family time is Bill's most important priority – he cheers on his daughter and son in several sports and high school activities.

KEY PRACTICE AREAS

Civil litigation, products liability, construction law, municipal law, employment law, and insurance coverage.

REPRESENTATIVE CASES

• Young v. Pollock Engineering Group, Inc., 428 F.3d 786 (8th Cir. 2005)
• Ball v. BIC Corp., 2000 WL 33312192 (E.D. Mo. 2000)
• Austin v. Super Valu, Inc., 31 F.3d 615 (8th Cir. 1994)
• Todd v. Societe BIC, S.A., 21 F.3d 1402 (7th Cir. 1994)

HONORS

• Minnesota Super Lawyer (Minnesota Law & Politics)
• Madison's Who's Who

MEMBERSHIPS

• DRI
• Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association
• Minnesota State Bar Association
• Hennepin County Bar Association
• Federal Bar Association