Lonnie J. Williams, Jr.

Professional, knowledgeable, and approachable, Lonnie is a trial lawyer who has experience in commercial business and employment-related matters and has represented businesses in a variety of different disputes. He is a respected litigator whose record of success with judges, juries and arbitrators across the country gives him an edge in the courtroom and in other settings.

A trusted advisor and counselor who prioritizes understanding his clients’ businesses and goals, Lonnie is a nationally recognized trial lawyer, defending clients in all aspects of their businesses in courts throughout the United States. He focuses his practice on representing large companies in discrimination lawsuits and in intellectual property cases. He is recognized for excellence by both his clients and peers.

• Successfully defended a national client against FLSA class action claims in California
• Successfully handled a number of appeals relating to class action FLSA claims including appeals in state court in California and federal court in Alabama, Colorado and Georgia
• Obtained a summary judgment dismissal in a rare Equal Pay Act claim
• Successfully enforced an arbitration agreement and the dismissal of class claims in state court in California
• Obtained a jury verdict in favor of a national client against claims of national origin discrimination brought by two separate plaintiffs
• Obtained summary judgment dismissal in favor of a national company filed by a trucking trade group seeking to assert a class action under the regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier’s Safety Administration

PUBLICATIONS

• California Supreme Court Expands “Regular Rate of Compensation” for Missed Breaks July 21, 2021