Bruce M. Ludwig

Bruce M. Ludwig

Employment Law - Individuals

5.0 (1 reviews)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
49+ years experience
Willig, Williams & Davidson
Updated:

Contact Information

1845 Walnut Street, 24th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Login to Contact

Create an account to contact this attorney

Bio

A partner in Willig, Williams & Davidson’s labor department, Bruce M. Ludwig has been representing unions and working individuals for more than 30 years. He counsels and represents clients in state and federal courts and administrative matters ranging from discrimination and civil rights disputes to pension, retirement, unemployment compensation and wage and hour issues.Resident in the firm’s Philadelphia office, Bruce is a skilled litigator and strategist who has served as counsel and/or chief negotiator for a diverse array of labor organizations and their members. He represents clients at all levels of state and federal litigation and advocates on their behalf before numerous boards, agencies and commissions, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PaHRC), among others.Bruce takes pride in protecting the rights of hard-working individuals and the unions that represent them. Though based in Philadelphia, he also offers counsel and support to clients in the Chicago area. In a case involving the State System of Higher Education, he secured the pension rights of state employees before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He also served as counsel in a wage and hour matter that resolved with a $2.2 million settlement for home care workers. In recognition of the interplay of government and workers’ rights, Bruce performed pro bono legal work during the 2000 presidential electoral fight that took place in Florida.A well-known labor and employment attorney, Bruce has consistently been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, published annually in Philadelphia magazine, since 2005.Bruce is AV® rated by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell® a registered certification mark of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.Bruce graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Arts from Yale College and received his law degree from University of Pennsylvania Law School. A partner in Willig, Williams & Davidson’s labor department, Bruce M. Ludwig has been representing unions and working individuals for more than 30 years. He counsels and represents clients in state and federal courts and administrative matters ranging from discrimination and civil rights disputes to pension, retirement, unemployment compensation and wage and hour issues.Resident in the firm’s Philadelphia office, Bruce is a skilled litigator and strategist who has served as counsel and/or chief negotiator for a diverse array of labor organizations and their members. He represents clients at all levels of state and federal litigation and advocates on their behalf before numerous boards, agencies and commissions, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PaHRC), among others.Bruce takes pride in protecting the rights of hard-working individuals and the unions that represent them. Though based in Philadelphia, he also offers counsel and support to clients in the Chicago area. In a case involving the State System of Higher Education, he secured the pension rights of state employees before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He also served as counsel in a wage and hour matter that resolved with a $2.2 million settlement for home care workers. In recognition of the interplay of government and workers’ rights, Bruce performed pro bono legal work during the 2000 presidential electoral fight that took place in Florida.A well-known labor and employment attorney, Bruce has consistently been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, published annually in Philadelphia magazine, since 2005.Bruce is AV® rated by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell® a registered certification mark of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.Bruce graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Arts from Yale College and received his law degree from University of Pennsylvania Law School. A partner in Willig, Williams & Davidson’s labor department, Bruce M. Ludwig has been representing unions and working individuals for more than 30 years. He counsels and represents clients in state and federal courts and administrative matters ranging from discrimination and civil rights disputes to pension, retirement, unemployment compensation and wage and hour issues. Resident in the firm’s Philadelphia office, Bruce is a skilled litigator and strategist who has served as counsel and/or chief negotiator for a diverse array of labor organizations and their members. He represents clients at all levels of state and federal litigation and advocates on their behalf before numerous boards, agencies and commissions, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PaHRC), among others. Bruce takes pride in protecting the rights of hard-working individuals and the unions that represent them. Though based in Philadelphia, he also offers counsel and support to clients in the Chicago area. In a case involving the State System of Higher Education, he secured the pension rights of state employees before the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He also served as counsel in a wage and hour matter that resolved with a $2.2 million settlement for home care workers. In recognition of the interplay of government and workers’ rights, Bruce performed pro bono legal work during the 2000 presidential electoral fight that took place in Florida. A well-known labor and employment attorney, Bruce has consistently been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, published annually in Philadelphia magazine, since 2005.Bruce is AV® rated by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell® a registered certification mark of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Bruce graduated Magna Cum Laude with his Bachelor of Arts from Yale College and received his law degree from University of Pennsylvania Law School.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Individuals

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals
  • Recognized: Labor Law - Union
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1976
  • Yale University, B.A., graduated 1973

Reviews

K

Kathleen Davis

2 weeks ago

A Lifesaver for Our Union's Contract Negotiations

Our union was facing an incredibly difficult contract negotiation with management that had stalled for months. We turned to Bruce Ludwig at Willig, Williams & Davidson, and it was the best decision we could have made. With his nearly 50 years of experience, including deep specialization in labor law for unions, Bruce brought a level of strategic insight we desperately needed. He didn't just recite the law; he drew on decades of precedent and practical negotiation tactics honed in Philadelphia courtrooms and bargaining tables. His counsel was both razor-sharp and remarkably patient, explaining complex legal positions in clear terms. Bruce's reputation, evidenced by his consistent recognition in labor and employment law, preceded him and added significant weight to our position. Ultimately, his guidance helped us secure a fair contract with strong protections we thought were out of reach. His professionalism, unwavering dedication to our cause, and mastery of the process were exceptional. For any union or individual facing employment challenges, Bruce Ludwig is the attorney you want in your corner.

Write a Review

Please login to leave a review for this attorney.

Login to Review

Don't have an account? Create one

Related Attorneys

Cecilia Carreras

Cecilia Carreras

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Philadelphia, PA
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Michael J. Foley

Michael J. Foley

Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Philadelphia, PA
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Amanda M. DeMatteis

Amanda M. DeMatteis

Employment Law - Individuals

New Haven, CT
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Larry E. Coben

Larry E. Coben

Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Philadelphia, PA
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile