About Sterling Williams

Sterling Williams works with private equity funds, strategic buyers, institutional investors and business owners. Clients count on him to assess their needs and understand business priorities to get deals done right.

Tactical advisor with team approach to deal making

Sterling concentrates the bulk of his practice on mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and general corporate matters. In addition, Sterling has taken his passion for sports and experience as a Division 1 basketball player to develop a sports law practice focused on contract negotiations.

Committed to pro bono and volunteerism, Sterling regularly works with nonprofit start-ups.

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Practices
Education
  • Kellogg School of Management, MBA
  • Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, JD
  • Northwestern University, MA
  • Northwestern University, BA
Bar Admissions
  • Illinois
Community Involvements
  • Chicago Committee on Minorities in Large Law Firms, Associate Board Member
  • Urban Prep Academies, Board Member
  • Legal Services Corporation (LSC), Emerging Leaders Council
Recognitions
Recognized or listed in the following:
  • Best Lawyers in America
    Ones to Watch
    Corporate Law, 2023
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