“ During the course of my nearly 22-year judicial career, I presided over thousands of cases and was privileged to work with some of the most skilled and sophisticated lawyers in the State of Illinois. Without any hesitation, I include Bill Cunningham as one of those lawyers. He appeared before me for routine mat - ters, contested motions, pre-trial confer - ences and trial, and in every instance he was the consummate professional. His level of preparation was unparalleled and he always demonstrated a nuanced under - standing of the applicable law. As an advocate before a jury, he was among the very best, revealing his complete com - mand of case facts, evidentiary rules and the ways in which jurors process infor - mation. As a result, his trial presentations were always impressive and seamlessly integrated technology so that his narra- tive was impactful and persuasive. Signifi - cantly, he was also unfailingly professional, even gentlemanly, in his demeanor. It was always a pleasure to preside over any case in which Bill Cunningham was involved and I am happy to endorse this richly deserved honor for him. He is among the best of the best.”
Hon. Lynn M. Egan (Ret.)
Bill with his wife Rae at Slieve League in Ireland with grandchildren Maddie and Teddy Rogers (2022).
Bill with his wife Rae and extended family at the JVR Trial Excellence Awards (2025).
JURY VERDICT REPORTER • 2025 ANNUAL TRIAL LAWYER EXCELLENCE AWARDS 53
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