William Simpson of Lerners LLP Appointed as Lawyer-in-Residence at Huron University

Lerners LLP is delighted to congratulate William (Bill) Simpson as he assumes the role of Huron University’s inaugural Lawyer-in-Residence. 

With more than two decades of legal experience, Bill is widely recognized for his expertise in personal injury law. He has built a strong reputation for skillful advocacy, a deep understanding of the complexities of this practice area, and a trauma informed, empathetic approach to advocating for clients. 

In addition to his legal practice, Bill has been a lecturer at Western Law and a dedicated contributor to legal education across Ontario. His teaching and mentorship reflect his commitment to advancing the profession and supporting the next generation of lawyers. 

Yola Ventresca, Managing Partner of the Lerners' London office comments on Bill’s upcoming tenure: “Bill’s appointment as Lawyer-in-Residence at Huron University is an honour for both him and our firm. We look forward to seeing the impact he will make in fostering the next generation of leaders.”  

With the objective of nurturing ethical decision-making by the country’s future leaders in the fields of justice, public policy, and advocacy, Bill’s contributions will encompass co-curricular programming, alumni mentorship, and practical, real-world learning opportunities.  

“Bill’s appointment as Lawyer-in-Residence is a huge gift to Huron students,” says Daniel A. Smith, VP Academic, Dean of Theology, and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. “It enriches the student experience with real-world legal insight and demonstrates our commitment to value-driven leadership. We’re especially proud that this role is being filled by a Huron alumnus who has remained so connected to our mission.” 

ABOUT LERNERS LLP 

Lerners LLP has grown to become one of Ontario’s largest law firms with offices in London, Toronto, Strathroy, and Waterloo Region. Ours is a history of more than 95 years of successful client service and representation, and today we are more than 140 exceptionally skilled lawyers with extensive experience in litigation and corporate law. 

ABOUT HURON UNIVERSITY 

Established in 1863, Huron is the founding institution of Western University. With just over 2,000 students, Huron offers an academic focus on the Liberal Arts and the personalized learning experience of a smaller campus. Committed to the development of "leaders with heart," Huron encourages students to lead with empathy, conscience, and integrity — values that support post-graduate success, with many alumni holding leadership positions at some of Canada's largest companies.