Robert ("Bob") J. Williams graduated from California State University, Fullerton, in 1977 with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. After graduation he worked in the defense industry in financial and program management capacities. He graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 1984. Since that time he has worked in both private practice and as counsel to a major health insurance carrier. Bob is a member of the Idaho State Bar and is a past member of both the board of directors of the Women's and Children’s Alliance in Boise, Idaho (assisting abused women and children), and the Lawyer's Assistance Program Committee of the Idaho State Bar (assisting lawyers with substance abuse issues and their families).

Bob has two children. Bob enjoys golf, bike riding, and is a life-long fan of the Boston Red Sox.