Meet Holly Williams, a highly respected attorney known for her exceptional legal expertise and genuine care for her clients. With over 30 years of experience, Holly has earned a reputation for her intelligence, thoughtful approach, and attentive listening skills. Both individuals and companies have sought her guidance and representation in significant legal cases throughout her career.
Hailing from West Texas, Holly holds a unique distinction as the sole attorney in the Permian Basin to be Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Labor and Employment Law. When asked to define her role, Holly confidently states, "I specialize in preventing and resolving legal issues in the workplace." Individuals turn to Holly when they require assistance with employment disputes or seek guidance on company policies. She offers comprehensive support, empowering her clients to focus on their careers and personal lives. Businesses rely on her to proactively navigate potential pitfalls and avoid legal entanglements. In the event of complications, Holly swiftly and efficiently resolves matters, minimizing disruption. Her broad knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry intricacies enables her to effectively address a range of issues, from responding to governmental audits to conducting internal investigations and determining overtime entitlement.
Peek into the perception of Holly by those who know her, and you'll hear resounding praise for her intellect, work ethic, and problem-solving prowess. Holly's creativity shines when finding alternatives to courtroom battles, including mediation and negotiation. However, she remains fully prepared to litigate when necessary, having obtained a million dollar verdict in a pregnancy and sex discrimination case in federal court in Midland-Odessa in 2018. Skilled in mediation, Holly facilitates mutually beneficial resolutions outside the courtroom. She is licensed to practice law in both Texas and New Mexico.
Recognitions and achievements have punctuated Holly's career, with Thomson Reuters honoring her as a Texas SuperLawyer from 2015 to 2024.
Actively engaged in legal communities, Holly maintains memberships in prestigious organizations such as the American Bar Association, National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), and Texas Employment Lawyers Association (TELA), where she currently serves as Secretary. She contributed her expertise to the State Bar of Texas Committee on Pattern Jury Charges - Business, Consumer, Insurance, and Employment from 2009 to 2018. In her local community, Holly served as the President of the Midland County Bar Association in 2000-2001 and the Permian Basin Society for Human Resource Management (PBSHRM) in 2003-2004. She also lent her insights as a member of the Rice University School of Social Sciences Dean's Advisory Board from 2012 to 2018 and as a member of the Board of Directors for Casa de Amigos from 2016 to 2022. Holly further enriches her community by participating in the UT Permian Basin School of Business Advisory Council.
Holly Williams embodies the qualities of a highly accomplished attorney: intelligence, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients. With her extensive legal knowledge and remarkable problem-solving skills, she has consistently provided exceptional counsel to individuals and companies alike, leaving a positive impact on the legal landscape.
