Will Gardner is a name partner at Stern, Lockhart & Gardner. Will and Alicia Florrick knew each other when they attended law school at Georgetown University and he helped her get her job with the firm and is constantly trying to avoid appearing as if he favors her. This is complicated by the fact that he has feelings for her.Will generally has a good working relationship with Diane Lockhart, his partner at the firm, and the two demonstrate a shrewd ability to guide their business, even through difficult times.Will plays in a regular pick-up basketball game with other attorneys and judges, and has friendships with the players that are eventually scrutinized.Background: Will is a sports fan and is often seen bouncing a baseball off the wall or swinging a bat to think. His dream job is to be Commissioner of Baseball. He has a series of relationships, but usually bails before they get serious. He has two sisters, Aubrey and Sara, who come to town like a whirlwind and meddle in his personal life.