International law firm Dorsey & Whitney LLP announced today that William Primps has joined the Trial group in the Firm’s New York office as a Partner. Mr. Primps is a highly-experienced litigator with a practice focused on antitrust, energy, insurance and regulated industries. His clients include major insurance and reinsurance companies and alternative energy providers, including the largest operator of wind turbines in China as well as a U.S.-based manufacturer of wind turbines. During his career, he has represented Canada’s largest state-owned utility company, a major paper company in a large antitrust litigation, as well as major financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies.

Mr. Primps was previously a partner at Dewey & LeBouef LLP. He received a B.A. from Yale University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. 

Commenting on the announcement, Richard H. Silberberg, a Partner in Dorsey’s New York office and head of the Firm’s Litigation practice group said, “Bill has a long and successful track record representing clients in significant matters across a range of venues. He is a top-notch litigator and we are extremely pleased that he has joined Dorsey.” 

Dorsey’s New York Office Head Steven Khadavi said, ”The strength of our litigation group in New York will be further enhanced with the addition of Bill. He is a true professional, respected by his peers and appreciated by his clients. 

Mr. Primps added, “I am excited to join Dorsey as they have a broad-based platform, an exceptional client base and a number of excellent trial lawyers that I have had the pleasure of getting to know during my career. I am looking forward to working with them.”