William R. Warnock, Jr.

Bill helps owners, developers, homebuilders, contractors and subcontractors navigate the various legal challenges arising from construction projects and construction claims of all types. Having practiced for over twenty years, Bill draws on his experience to help his clients solve problems.   

Bill regularly drafts and negotiates complex construction and design contracts. He also advocates for his clients in construction litigation and arbitration. Bill is especially experienced in construction defect litigation and works closely with clients to reach their best net financial result. Bill also represents clients in payment and delay claims. 

Prior to moving to Charleston in 2007, Bill practiced in Anchorage, Alaska for several years after clerking for the Alaska Court of Appeals. Bill began his practice with Buist, Moore, Smythe & McGee, PA and practiced with the firm for 19 years as it transitioned to Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC and then Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. Along with his three partners, he founded Harper Warnock Weatherholtz & Wilson, LLC in 2026 with a focus on real estate, construction, and litigation.

Education

• J.D., Lewis & Clark Law School, 2003
  
  • Articles Editor, Environmental Law, Cornelius Honor Society
  • Pro Bono Honors
  • Certificate National Environmental
  • Moot Court Competition Team
  • Natural Resources Law Scholarship
  • Outstanding Oralist & Best Brief Honors in Moot Court, Student Bar Association

• B.A., Washington and Lee University, 1998
  
  • cum laude
  • Study Abroad, King's College London, 1997

Civic and Professional Activities

• California Bar Association
• Alaska Bar Association
• South Carolina Bar Association
• Former President, Charleston Chapter of Washington and Lee University Alumni Association
• Historic Charleston Foundation, Former Green Building Committee
• American Bar Association Forum on the Construction Industry
  

Honors and Awards

• Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America (BL Rankings), Commercial Litigation (2024 - Present), Litigation - Construction (2024 - Present)
• Recognized in Charleston Business Magazine’s Legal Elite, Construction, 2020 –Present
• Martindale-Hubbel®, AV Preeminent Rated

Admissions

• California, 2003
• Alaska, (2005-2012)
• South Carolina, 2007