Janice L Williams-Jones

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Janice L Williams-Jones

also known as Jan Jones

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 33 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Ellicott City, MD
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Government

3201 Rogers Avenue, Suite 301, Ellicott City, MD

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About Janice

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

I defend private and federal sector clients who ave been denied a promotion or raise, wrongfully discharged, retaliated against, harassed or subjected to a hostile work environment because of age, gender, sex, disability, national origin or race.

32 years | 150 cases

60%
Government 40%

I file appeals on behalf of employees who have been denied high level security clearances. I also represent clients who report employers for filing false claims for the purpose of wrongfully collecting money from the federal government.

20 years | 22 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 33 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1996

Not authorized to practice-Administrative

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Janice Williams-Jones

3201 Rogers Avenue, Suite 301, Ellicott City, MD, 21043

lawofficeofjanicewilliamsjones.com/

Online Presence

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Janice L Williams-Jones's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Employment Discharge Matter

In October 2023, I contacted Ms. Williams-Jones for a consult regarding a sudden employment termination. She asked me many questions and reviewed my information to provide me with a clear outline of all my options. After retaining her, she handled my case professionally and efficiently, keeping me... informed at every stage. Ultimately, Ms. Williams-Jones' legal advice and services led to a quick and successful conclusion in my matter. I will gladly refer her to others needing employment legal services!

Posted by Victor | July 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Outstanding Attorney!

I reached out to Attorney Jones at a very challenging and trying time in my life regarding a wrongful employment termination. She was very hospitable, patient, and also a very good listener. Attorney Jones made me feel very comfortable from the beginning, and unlike a few other attorneys out ther...e that are just after their financial gains, Attorney Jones has a great passion for what she does, and she is very compassionate, and her strategies involved getting the best results for me, while making sure that I was covered at all times. She was able to advise me on the best route to take, and also answered all my questions in details with no reluctance. She is very knowledgeable, legally sound, and with her vast years of experience and tenacity, she ensured that my best interest was represented, and that I got the result that I wanted. I can confidently say that Attorney Jones was God-sent to me during those difficult times, and I feel blessed to have had her in my corner. Attorney Jones always made time for me, and she was very prompt with responding to calls and emails. I honestly could not ask for a better attorney. Her effective communication and analytical skills are out of this world. She is very assertive, and her ability to make the right call at the right time, and also being able to draw reasonable and logical conclusions/assumptions from limited information provided also did not go unnoticed. I am definitely going back to Attorney Jones for future legal representations without giving it a second thought. Thank you again Ma’am, and God bless you.

Posted by Ada | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Representation

Ms. Williams-Jones provided me excellent counsel. Williams-Jones is knowledgeable, efficient, thorough and engages with profound respect and regard of her client. She made a difficult situation doable. Grateful for her expertise and professionalism.

Posted by Deontrinese | February 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Settlement case

Miss Jones drafted a letter within three days of my consultation… She gave knowledgeable advice and she calmed my nerves… She was very professional… She was on my side through out the entire process…

Posted by “L” | October 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thankful for a Knowledgable Attorney!

From consultation to hired, Mrs. Williams-Jones walked me through every step of the way with regards to my complex case. She not only provided me with stellar legal council, she demonstrated empathy and understanding with respect to my emotional distress pertaining to my case. Her telephone response ...time was timely and her email response time was equally the same. She came highly recommended and in turn, I recommend her as well. Thank you Mrs. Williams Jones for your speedy work on the settlement of my case.

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Michael David

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 25

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"Janice is very thorough and dedicated to just outcomes."

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Gwendolyn Chisholm-Smith

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Janice Williams-Jones is a highly skilled, highly competent, and knowledgeable attorney with great intellect. Janice is an extremely quick study of the facts and "thinks on her feet ". She is a dedicated, passionate, and zealous advocate for her clients. I strongly endorse Janice L. Williams-Jones"

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Marigold Henderson

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. She is experienced hardworking, detailed and very smart."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Harry Cole Academic Achievement Award, Law Student Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Janice Williams-Jones

2007 - 2014

Attorney, Federal Government

2000 - 2007

Attorney, Law Office of Janice Williams-Jones

1996 - 2001

Associate, Thomas E. Marshall, P.C./Lewis and Munday, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2002 - 2007

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1992 - 1995

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

1992

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Virginia State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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