William L. "Bill" Duda

Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

4.0 (1 reviews)

Columbus, South Carolina

12+ years experience

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

404-881-1300

https://ogletree.com/people/william-l-duda/

First Base Building, Suite 401 2142 Boyce Street Columbia SC US

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Bio

Representing clients in Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment cases, William L. "Bill" Duda practices in South Carolina. William L. "Bill" Duda has spent more than a decade developing effective approaches to Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment challenges. As an attorney with Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC, L. "Bill" Duda upholds the firm's standards of excellence. L. "Bill" Duda understands the stress legal issues create and works to ease client concerns. Licensed to practice in South Carolina, L. "Bill" Duda continues to serve the community with integrity.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment
Special Focus: COVID-19

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013

Education

The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2000
Greenville Technical College, AS, graduated 1995

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Reviews

Daniel Evans

2 weeks ago

A knowledgeable and steady hand through a complex employment dispute

Our mid-sized manufacturing company in the Midlands faced a challenging wrongful termination lawsuit from a former manager. The allegations were serious, and the potential exposure was significant. We engaged Bill Duda based on his firm's reputation and his specific recognition in employment law management. From our first meeting, his deep understanding of South Carolina employment law was evident. He didn't just react to the claims; he helped us build a comprehensive defense strategy rooted in our documented policies and procedures. His experience from over a decade in this specific field, including navigating the complexities brought on by COVID-19 workplace regulations, proved invaluable. He was pragmatic, clearly explaining the risks and potential outcomes at each stage. While his strategic counsel was top-notch, there were a few instances where our internal team had to follow up for status updates, as his response time could lag when he was in court or deeply engaged on other matters. Ultimately, Bill secured a very favorable settlement for us well before trial, protecting the company's interests and reputation. His expertise is genuine, and I would confidently recommend him to any business facing labor or employment litigation.