Legal Leadership

Attorney Profile

Meet John H. Williams, Jr., Esq. — founder and principal attorney of John Williams, P.A. with over 45 years of continuous legal dedication to the Delaware community.

John H. Williams, Jr.

Principal Attorney & Founder

Bar Admission: Delaware (1977)
Firm Founded: 1995
Law School: Widener Law (J.D. 1976)
College: Rider College (B.A. 1971)
Direct Phone: (302) 571-4780
Email: Email Direct

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Professional Background

Dedication, Scholarship & Proven Delaware Experience

Mr. Williams received his B.A. from Rider College in 1971 and his J.D. from the Delaware Law School at Widener University in 1976. Mr. Williams was admitted to practice in Delaware in 1977. He had practiced in several firms as an associate and partner before forming John Williams, P.A. in 1995. Mr. Williams has served as an adjunct professor at both Widener University and the University of Delaware.

Throughout his career spanning more than four decades, John H. Williams, Jr. has maintained an unwavering focus on delivering accessible, personalized legal services. Recognizing that navigating property transactions, estate planning, and business formation can be daunting, he works side-by-side with clients to demystify Delaware legal processes, protect their financial interests, and achieve peace of mind.

Delaware Bar Admission (1977)

Admitted to the Supreme Court of the State of Delaware in 1977. Over 45 years of active standing before Delaware state courts, Chancery Court, and municipal registries.

Widener University Delaware Law School

Juris Doctor (J.D.), Class of 1976. Thorough legal training in Delaware equity, corporate jurisprudence, and civil practice.

Rider College (1971)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Class of 1971. Solid foundation in critical reasoning, governance, and organizational ethics.

Adjunct Law Professorships

Served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Widener University and as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Delaware, educating generations of Delaware professionals.

Founding Principal, John Williams, P.A.

Established in 1995 to offer an alternative to impersonal mega-firms. Dedicated to cost-effective, high-value legal representation for small businesses and families.

Associate & Partner Experience

Honed advanced courtroom, negotiation, and title examination skills as an associate and partner in several notable Delaware law firms between 1977 and 1995.

"My objective when establishing this practice in 1995 was simple: provide Delaware individuals and small business owners with sophisticated legal counsel that delivers genuine value without astronomical legal fees. That principle remains our guiding mission every day."

— John H. Williams, Jr., Esq.

Core Advisory Focus

Delaware Real Estate: Residential & commercial purchases, loan refinances, lender representation, forbearance workouts, and title clearance.
Estate Planning & Probate: Last wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and handling both simple and contested estate litigation.
Corporate Transactions: LLC and corporate entity formations, governance structuring, operating agreements, and business sales/acquisitions.

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Whether you are closing on a property in Delaware, updating your family estate plan, or forming a new enterprise, Mr. Williams is ready to assist you.

Contact Office in Wilmington Call (302) 571-4780