Atty. William L. Davis

Atty. William L. Davis

William L. Davis is a principal with the Dallas office of Jackson Lewis P.C.

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Profile Summary

About William L. Davis at a glance

William L. Davis is a employment and litigation attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William L. Davis is a principal with the Dallas office of Jackson Lewis P.C
  • Following law school, he has been actively engaged in the representation of management in employment litigation, practicing before state and federal courts and administrative agencies
  • In addition to his litigation practice, Bill provides management training for clients and is a frequent speaker on employment law topics
  • He has written articles on developments in non-compete law in Texas

Practice Areas Explained

William L. Davis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William L. Davis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William L. Davis is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William L. Davis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William L. Davis

Where is William L. Davis's law office located?
William L. Davis's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L. Davis handle?
William L. Davis focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did William L. Davis go to law school?
William L. Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1989).
How can I contact William L. Davis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William L. Davis received?
William L. Davis's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
Texas Tech University
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026

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