William Young is a United States District Judge for the District of Massachusetts. He was nominated by President George H.W. Bush in 1992 and has served on the bench since then. Young is known for his work in various legal areas, including civil rights and criminal law. Throughout his career, Judge Young has presided over numerous high-profile cases, contributing to the development of federal law. He is recognized for his clear writing style and thorough legal reasoning, which have made his opinions influential in the legal community.