Overview
Clients and colleagues rely on William V. Hyland to quickly bring clarity to new issues and deliver thoughtful, well-reasoned work under tight timelines. Will is known for his adaptability, steady demeanor, and ability to contribute effectively across a range of matters.
William V. Hyland is an associate in Dilworth Paxson’s Trusts and Estates Department. He works on a range of matters involving trust and estate planning and tax-related issues and is frequently involved in matters that require careful coordination across disciplines. Prior to joining the firm, Will gained experience across litigation, corporate, international tax and judicial settings, developing a strong foundation in legal analysis, writing and issue identification.
Will approaches each matter with a focus on efficiency, accuracy and sound judgment. He prepares deliverables across a range of subject areas and is known for delivering clear, well-reasoned analysis under tight timelines. He focuses on identifying the issues that will shape the outcome of a matter and contributes thoughtful, practical perspectives that help advance the team’s strategy. Colleagues value his reliability, responsiveness and ability to deliver work product that is directly usable in active matters.
Will’s approach to legal work is defined by adaptability and a steady, even-keeled presence. He is comfortable working across unfamiliar subject matter and quickly building the knowledge needed to contribute effectively. He also serves as a member of the Readers Cadre for the Florida Board of Bar Examiners, where he grades Florida bar exam essays. Whether working on trust and estate matters or supporting broader litigation and transactional efforts, he focuses on helping matters progress efficiently and positioning the team for strong outcomes.
Originally from the Philadelphia area, Will returned to the region to continue his legal career after spending over six years in Florida. Outside of his practice, he is an accomplished pianist and was a concert pianist during his earlier years, an experience that reflects the discipline and focus he brings to his work.
Representative Experience
- Assisted with preparation of numerous individual and fiduciary income tax returns for trust clients.
- Supported high-stakes litigation and government investigations, including leading privilege and relevancy document reviews
- Prepared transfer pricing documentation for numerous multinational enterprises
- Coordinated aspects of multidistrict litigation matters, including managing deficiency letter processes
- Assisted with corporate and transactional matters, including governance documents, employment agreements and M&A-related materials
- Contributed to litigation matters through legal research, drafting and discovery-related work
- Worked across multiple practice areas, including litigation, corporate and tax-related matters