Professional Experience

William Hong is an associate attorney working in the Worker's Compensation, Bankruptcy and General Civil Litigation Departments at the Law Offices of Bob Nehoray. Mr. Hong's primary focus is in the firm's Labor and Employment Department where he handles both Workers' Compensation and Employment Matters. Mr. Hong's experience and extensive knowledge of the Labor Code allows him to effectively advocate for his client's best interests. Due to the multi-disciplinary nature of the firm's Employment Law Department, Mr. Hong has extensive experience in Civil Litigation.

As the lead attorney in the firm's Bankruptcy Department, Mr. Hong has represented individuals, couples and businesses in filing for bankruptcy protection under Chapters 7, 11 and 13. His experience in representing secure lenders allows Mr. Hong to understand and analyze the case from the perspective of all parties. Mr. Hong also has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating Reaffirmation Agreements which may be necessary to protect any property the client wishes to maintain after the bankruptcy proceedings.

Prior to joining the Law Offices of Bob Nehoray, Mr. Hong has represented secured lenders in matters related to bankruptcy. He has also interned and clerked with judges in the Suffolk County Superior Court and interned with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office with its Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Unit. To date, he has made numerous appearances in both State and Federal District Courts to advocate and advance his client's interests; which he continues to do so today.

With an extensive background in business, real property, labor law and in bankruptcy, Mr. Hong is equipped to provide his clients with sound legal advice. Mr. Hong prides himself in providing his clients with thorough legal and factual analysis in formulating the most efficient and responsive approach.

* Proficient in Korean

Education

New England School of Law, Boston

• Juris Doctor, May 2009
• Dean's List
• Minority Student's Association
• Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, President

University of California, Riverside

• Bachelor of Arts, Political Science – May 2004
• Bachelor of Arts, History - May 2004
• Student Alumni Association, President
• Campus Service Award, May 2004
• Certificate of Recognition by former California Assemblyman John Benoit, May 2004

License, Memberships & Activities

• California State Bar, Admitted in 2009
• American Bar Association, Business Law Section
• Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Korean American Bar Association
• Central California Bankruptcy Association