Jeannice D. Williams concentrates her practice in general litigation, labor and employment, and white collar criminal matters.
Speeches and Presentations
"Tough HR Questions in 2010: Handling Employee Breakdowns, (co-presenter) Labor and Employment Group Breakfast Briefing, Schiff Hardin LLP, Chicago, Ill. (October 19, 2010)
Previous Experience
Earlier in her career, Ms. Williams served as the Development Director of a non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana, for five years where she was responsible for achieving the organization's fundraising and sponsorship goals. To meet these goals, Ms. Williams worked closely with the organization's Board of Directors, while also building key relationships and contacts within New Orleans and nationwide. Ms. Williams also managed marketing and media relations, and served as the organization's spokesperson.
Tulane University Law School(J.D., cum laude, 2008)Judicial Extern, Honorable Stanwood R. Duval, Jr.
United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (2007-2008)
Clerkships
Honorable James A. Beaty, Jr. United States District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (2008-2009)
Professional Memberships
American Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association
Black Women Lawyers' Association of Greater Chicago
Chicago Committee on Minorities in Large Law Firms
Associate Board Vice Chair
Civic and Charitable Memberships
Inroads Alumni Association