Will Messer, a litigator with 15 years of experience in complex litigation matters, has joined the Dentons Lexington office as of counsel. Will represents businesses and organizations in a variety of areas including corporate law, construction law, employment law, creditors’ rights and appeals. Will also has represented clients in workers’ compensation matters, including on federal black lung litigation.

“We are always seeking to add talent who understand the challenges businesses face and can help as they seek resolution in matters impacting their businesses, both locally and beyond,” said Kim O’Donnell, managing partner of the Lexington office. “We are excited to welcome Will to our litigation team.”

In addition to his 15 years in private practice, Will served as a law clerk in the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and as a staff attorney in Fayette Circuit Court.

Will earned his JD from the University of Kentucky J. David Rosenberg College of Law and his BA in Journalism from the University of Kentucky.