Profile
Amanda A. Williams is a distinguished attorney Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Widely regarded as a leader in her field, Amanda has been named one of the Top 100 Black Attorneys in Texas by the National Black Lawyers and has earned repeated recognition from Texas Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America for her exceptional legal acumen in the practice area of employment litigation.
Amanda represents a diverse array of clients from emerging start-ups to Fortune 500 companies in all stages of employment-related litigation, including risk management, trial, and appellate advocacy. Known for her strategic approach and unwavering commitment to her clients, she handles high-stakes employment disputes with the dedication necessary to pursue successful results. Her practice covers a broad spectrum of employment matters, including claims of race, disability, gender, and age discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, workers’ compensation, family medical leave policies, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, and employment contracts. In addition to her litigation practice, she is a trusted counselor to her clients, providing proactive guidance on daily employment matters such as hiring and terminations, disciplinary actions, workplace accommodations, and compliance with family and medical leave policies. She frequently conducts internal investigations, drafts and tailors employment policies and procedures, and delivers customized training for employers seeking to create legally compliant and inclusive workplaces.
Amanda’s dedication to her clients makes her a sought-after advisor and advocate in the ever-evolving field of Labor and Employment law.
Capabilities
Experience
- Obtained full defense verdict in federal jury trial in an FMLA discrimination and retaliation case on behalf of one of the largest non-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States.
- Obtained dismissal in multi-plaintiff race discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation case, which was affirmed by the Fifth Circuit on appeal.
- Obtained summary judgment for the world’s largest online retailer in disability discrimination and retaliation case.
- Obtained Rule 12(b)(6) dismissal in race discrimination and retaliation case for academic institution, which was affirmed by the Fifth Circuit on appeal.
- Obtained summary judgment on behalf of physician practice management company in a race discrimination, harassment, and retaliation case.
- Obtained summary judgment in state court in Houston, Texas on breach of contract and promissory estoppel claims.
- Obtained several rulings and dismissals of Charges of Discrimination filed with the EEOC and TWC against numerous employers.
- Provided employment related training to managers, human resources personnel, employees, and other representatives regarding premises liability, claims handling, consumer protection, and general liability, etc.
- Negotiated settlements on behalf of numerous clients in matters involving personal injury, defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, breach of employment contracts, age, gender, national origin, disability, and other forms of discrimination/harassment/retaliation, etc.
- Obtained summary judgment for a national airline catering company in a race discrimination and IIED case.°
- Obtained summary judgment for national security company in a sexual harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation case.°
- Obtained summary judgment for national massage therapy Franchise in a sexual harassment case in which the EEOC issued a for-cause determination.°
- Obtained summary judgment for a correctional facility in a sexual harassment, sex/race discrimination, and retaliation case.°
°The above representations were handled by Ms. Williams prior to her joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law, 2013-Present
Recognition & Leadership
- Selected, The National Black Lawyers (NBL), "Top 100 in Texas," 2022-2024
- Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, "Ones to Watch," 2023-2025
- Labor and Employment Law - Management, 2023-2025
- Litigation - Labor and Employment, 2023-2025
- Listed, Super Lawyers Magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2015-2023
- Cambridge Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals, 2009-2012
- Founding Member, The New Roundtable: Board of Directors, Co-Chair of 1st and 2nd Annual Conference, Chair of 10-Year Anniversary Gala
- Member, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
- Pro Bono Legal Volunteer, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Legal Clinic “Human Resources and Employment Matters,” 2014-Present
- Member, Dallas Bar Association and American Bar Association
- Member, J.L. Turner Legal Association
- Member, Minority Bar Association
- Member, National Bar Association
- Member, State Bar of Texas
- Fellow, Dallas Bar Foundation
Credentials
- J.D., cum laude, Texas Tech University School of Law
- B.S., cum laude, Texas Christian University
- Texas
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit