William W. Potter (Michigan politician)

William W. Potter (August 1, 1869 – July 21, 1940) was a politician from the U.S. state of Michigan.

He was a resident of East Lansing and was married to Margaret D. Richardson.

In 1935, he served as chief justice of the state supreme court.

William W. Potter was a member of Freemasons, Knights of Pythias, and Odd Fellows.

He died just before his 71st birthday, in office, following an automobile accident.