William Roberts Esq.

William Roberts, Esq. has extensive experience in law and policy. William is currently serving as Managing Director at the Center for American Progress, where they lead a portfolio focused on civic participation, voting rights, and legal policy. William also served as Acting Vice President at the same organization. In addition, William played a key role as Co-Chair of the Housing Executive Policy Committee on the transition team for Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Governor Aruna Miller.

Prior to these roles, William was a Democratic primary candidate for the District 2 seat on the Montgomery County Council. William also served as Legislative Director and Chief Counsel for Congressman Jamie Raskin in the U.S. House of Representatives, where they were responsible for developing policy initiatives and implementing the Congressman's top priorities.

William's previous experience includes serving as Federal Legislative Director at Every Voice, where they formulated federal policy goals and conducted legislative advocacy activities. William also worked as a Legislative Assistant and Counsel for Congresswoman Donna Edwards, managing a complex legislative portfolio.

Earlier in their career, William gained practical experience as a Student Attorney at the Howard University School of Law Fair Housing Clinic, representing clients in landlord-tenant issues and discrimination cases. William also served as a Law Clerk at the DC Department of Housing and Community Development and a Marshall Brennan Fellow and Constitutional Law Instructor at the Paul Public Charter School. Additionally, they gained legal research and writing experience as a Law Clerk in the Office of the General Counsel at Howard University.

Overall, William Roberts, Esq. has a diverse and impressive work background, with a focus on policy development, legislative advocacy, and legal representation.

William Roberts, Esq. obtained their Juris Doctor degree in Civil Rights and Public Interest Law from Howard University School of Law, from 2008 to 2011. Prior to that, they completed their undergraduate studies at Howard University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honors in Political Science and Public Policy from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, they obtained their certification as a Member of the Maryland State Bar from the State of Maryland in June 2012, and remains an active member.