Overview

Willig, Williams & Davidson is one of the largest and most respected union-side labor law firms in the United States. Founded in 1979, our accomplished and diverse legal team focuses on representing labor unions, employee benefit funds, individual working people and their families. For the past 30 years, our mission has been to level the playing field by helping unions and working families navigate a complex and sometimes intimidating legal system.

Our labor, employment and workers' compensation attorneys help our clients develop real-world solutions to complex legal problems. Our lawyers address issues creatively and teach clients to think in new ways. We work with our clients to find practical and efficient solutions to the problems that they face. We put our energy and expertise into action to help our union clients win strong wages, benefits and job security for their members, on a variety of legal fronts, including national, regional and local contract negotiations; dispute resolution through mediation, arbitration and litigation; tax and benefit law compliance issues; discrimination and other employment matters; prepaid legal services for union members; and workers’ compensation matters.

In addition to labor, employment and workers' compensation law, our attorneys offer legal counsel in family law and domestic relations, real estate, wills, trusts and estates, and more.

Founded:
1979
Size:
43
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Practice Areas:
7
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
16

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Regional

Harrisburg

Tier
1
Harrisburg
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
3
Harrisburg
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Philadelphia

Tier
1
Philadelphia
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Family Law
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Labor Law - Union

Firm Leadership

About Our Clients

Willig, Williams & Davidson concentrates in representing labor unions, employee benefit funds and individual working people. Our lawyers are committed to providing the highest level of professional services and to building strong personal relationships with each client

Willig, Williams & Davidson is legal counsel to more than 200 different labor unions in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and throughout the eastern United States, representing both private and public employees. They include international unions, state, district and local affiliates of the following labor organizations:

AFSCME – American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (www.afscme.org)

AFT – American Federation of Teachers (www.aft.org)

ATU - Amalgamated Transit Union - (www.atu.org).

BCT - Bakery, Confectionery, Tobbaco Workers & Grain Millers - (www.bctgm.org)

FOP – Fraternal Order of Police (www.fop.net)

IAFF – International Association of Fire Fighters (www.iaff.org)

IAMAW (IAM) – International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (www.goiam.org)

IBEW – International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (www.ibew.org)

IBT – International Brotherhood of Teamsters – (www.teamsters.org)

ILA – International Longshoremen's Association – (www.ilaunion.org)

LABORERS - Laborers International Union of North America - (www.liuna.org)

PA. AFL-CIO - Pennsylvania AFL-CIO - (www.paaflcio.org)

PA. BCTC - Pennsylvania Building and Construction Trades Council

SEIU – Service Employees International Union (www.seiu.org)

UFCW – United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (www.ufcw.org)

UNITE HERE! – International Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union - (www.unitehere.org)

USW – United Steelworkers (www.usw.org)

Our attorneys are uniquely familiar with the federal and state administrative agencies and courts, and the laws which govern all aspects of the workplace. And our proficiency allows us to provide skilled representation in every area of labor law.

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Regional

Harrisburg

Tier
1
Harrisburg
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
3
Harrisburg
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Philadelphia

Tier
1
Philadelphia
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Family Law
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Labor Law - Union
Tier
1
Philadelphia
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Practice Areas

Willig, Williams & Davidson has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Family Law
  • Labor Law - Union
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Willig, Williams & Davidson proudly has 16 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Awards

Willig, Williams & Davidson is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Willig, Williams & Davidson has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Willig, Williams & Davidson continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Award - Ralph Teti
Legal Intelligencer Lifetime Achievement Award - Deb Willig
Philadelphia VIP Justice William J. Brennan, Jr. Award
City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Award - Stuart Davidson
Philadelphia VIP William J. Brennan Jr. Award
Philadelphia VIP Silver Gavel Award for Pro Bono Work
Philadelphia VIP Justice William J. Brennan Jr. Award
Honor Roll of Legal Organizations Welcoming Women Professionals, Pennsylvania Bar Association Commission on Women in the Profession.
2013 Top Rated Lawyers - ALM
Pro Bono Roll of Honor Award
City of Hope Bob Kyler Ambassador of Hope Award
Philadelphia VIP Silver Gavel Award for Pro Bono Work

Offices & Contacts

Philadelphia, PA
Haddonfield, NJ
Harrisburg, PA
212 Locust Street, Suite 301
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1510
United States
Jenkintown, PA
Noble Plaza, Suite 313
801 Old York Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046
United States
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