Legal Career

William T. Duke has a versatile academic and professional background, marked with success in Law, Music, and Sales. As an attorney at LiMandri & Jonna LLP, his practice focuses on personal injury and constitutional religious liberty litigation. Drawing on his unique background in the performing arts and sales, William brings a passionate advocacy style to the courtroom.

William graduated from the University of San Diego School of Law in 2024 with a concentration in Civil Litigation, earning the Virginia C. Nelson Academic Award for outstanding efforts and distinction in Advanced Trial Advocacy, and was admitted to the State Bar of California. Prior to law school, William earned his Master of Music in Performance and Literature from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2017 and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance from Middle Tennessee State University in 2015. He performed leading roles in numerous operas across North America before transitioning to a successful career in sales, which helped sharpen his persuasive communication abilities.

At LiMandri & Jonna, William focuses on personal injury and assists in litigating high-profile constitutional cases. Already, he has secured six-figure settlements for his clients. His diverse experiences fuel his dedication to protecting clients’ rights and achieving meaningful results.

A Christ-follower and family man, William enjoys spending time with his wife, three kids, and their husky, Mozart. Outside the office, William pursues interests in singing, performing, and Second Amendment activities.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury
• Constitutional Religious Liberty

Education

• University of San Diego School of Law, J.D., Concentration in Civil Litigation, 2024
• University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, M.M. in Music Performance and Literature, 2017
• Middle Tennessee State University, B.A. in Music Performance, 2015

Memberships

• State Bar of California
• ADF Allied Attorney