William Kelley Jr. serves as general counsel, chief risk officer and a senior vice president for Hanson.

Based in the Indianapolis office, Will leads corporate strategic and tactical legal initiatives, advising Hanson’s senior management team on company strategies and implementation and overseeing the work of outside counsel.  He also maintains the firm’s risk assessment and management policies and procedures.

‘EXCEPTIONAL OUTCOMES’“I believe legal and risk management create the greatest value when they are embedded in the business and we are partnering with our technical and operational teams to solve problems, support informed decisions and help deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities.  I enjoy working with Hanson’s engineers, project managers, professionals and business leaders to find practical solutions that help great ideas become successful projects.”

Prior to joining Hanson, Will was in private legal practice for 23 years, with a focus on the construction and real estate industries, most recently as a partner for Drewry Simmons Vornehm LLP in Carmel, Indiana. His background includes drafting and negotiating construction and design contracts, advising engineering and construction firms on corporate and business matters, and representing clients in commercial transactions and litigation.

A licensed attorney in Indiana, Will is a member of the American Bar Association’s Forum on Construction Law, Indiana State Bar Association’s Construction and Surety Law Section and the Indianapolis Bar Association.