Advocacy shaped by
experience.
Counsel grounded in conviction.
The Law Offices of LaWanda J. Williams provides discerning education law counsel to Long Island school districts, boards, and administrators — informed by more than twenty-five years at the intersection of law, policy, and public service.
25+
Years of experience
Cornell · Emory
Undergraduate & Law
Long Island
Born, raised, and practicing
Focused Practice
Education Law
Trusted counsel to school districts and boards across Long Island — from board governance and labor matters to policy, student issues, and litigation.
General Counsel to Districts
Ongoing advisory across day-to-day operations, policy, and compliance.
Labor & Employment
Representation on collective bargaining, discipline, and personnel matters.
Board Governance
Guidance for boards of education on procedure, ethics, and executive session.
Litigation
Advocacy in administrative hearings, appeals, and state and federal court.
What Clients Say
Trusted by districts and boards
“LaWanda guided our board through a sensitive matter with clarity, calm, and steady judgment. Her counsel made a difficult situation manageable.”
Board President
Long Island School District
“Her preparation in a due process matter was exceptional. She protected the district's interests while keeping the student's needs in view.”
Superintendent
Nassau County District
“From policy review to labor negotiations, she has become an indispensable advisor. We trust her counsel completely.”
Human Resources Director
Suffolk County District
Testimonials represent typical client experiences. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Read success stories →"I chose the law because I saw its power to protect institutions that shape young lives — and I've spent my career honoring that responsibility."
LaWanda J. Williams is a graduate of Cornell University (1997) and Emory Law School. She was named Partner at one of Long Island's leading education law firms in 2025 before opening her own practice.
Consultations by Appointment