Overview

Briana Williams is a trial-tested advocate with a proven track record of success in complex matters. She is committed to excellence and unwavering advocacy in her career as a labor and employment attorney.

She concentrates in handling high-exposure labor and employment matters, including wage and hour disputes, California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) actions, workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination cases. Briana represents clients from the initial investigation through trial, as she works closely with businesses to identify and resolve wage disputes, employee misclassification issues, and policy violations while implementing preventive strategies to reduce liability.

Briana approaches each case with a balance of aggressive legal advocacy and strategic risk management, ensuring her clients receive exceptional representation whether defending against claims or seeking justice for workplace violations.

She takes pride in being both a strong client advocate and a collaborative team member, dedicated to protecting businesses, empowering employees, and promoting workplace fairness.

Professional & Community Affiliations

Member

American Bar Association

Recognition

Named, Top 40 Under 40

The National Black Lawyers

News, Analysis & Press

The First Step Act is Good News For Some, But it Overlooks Women

BuzzFeed News

December 21, 2018

Books & Book Chapters

  • Legal Trends, Disability Discrimination, 2024

Speaking Engagements

Panelist

Driving Diversity in Law and Leadership Summit

Education

  • J.D., Harvard Law School, 2018
  • B.A., St. John’s University, 2015

Languages

  • Spanish

Bar Admission

California

Courts

  • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California