Alison N. Davis, Employment Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
focused on Employment and Litigation
Washington, DC
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Alison N. Davis is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Washington (DC) (2012).
About Alison N. Davis: Alison N. Davis is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alison takes on
Alison concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alison handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Alison takes employment matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alison agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Alison takes litigation matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alison agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alison N. Davis — employment lawyer in Washington
Alison N. Davis is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Alison N. Davis represents management in employment and labor law. She has extensive litigation experience in the employment arena, including:
- Sexual harassment
- Race, national origin, age, gender and disability discrimination
- Overtime
- Wrongful termination claims
- Pay discrimination issues
- Wage and hour matters
- Title VII
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
- The Older Worker Benefit Protection Act
- The Service Contract Act
- The Fair Labor Standards Act
- The Fair Credit Reporting Act
- The Workers Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act
- The False Claims Act
- The Family and Medical Leave Act
- The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
- The Railway Labor Act
- The D.C. Family and Medical Leave Act
- The D.C. Human Rights Act
- The D.C. Accrued Sick and Safe Leave Act
- Government contractors
- Public charter schools
- Airlines
- Hotels
- Home healthcare agencies
- Not-for-profits
- Medical practices
- Congressionally created private corporations
- Private security guard companies
- Retailers
She regularly appears in state and federal courts and before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Maryland Commission on Human Relations, the District of Columbia Office of Human Rights, and the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor.
Alison also handles prevailing wage and health and welfare benefit issues, conducts discrimination and harassment investigations, and assists clients with debarments, ethics issues, and performance management. She has specific knowledge of:
Alison also counsels employers on employment laws, compliance, policies and procedures, disciplinary actions, diversity and wage and hour issues.
Alison frequently works with the following types of clients:
Additionally, Alison works as an adjunct professor at Georgetown University teaching workplace ethics and global labor and employment law for the School of Continuing Studies, Human Resources Management program.
Earlier in her career, Alison served as associate general counsel for labor and employment at a national railroad, as vice-president and assistant general counsel with an insurance company, and later, as a partner at a Washington, D.C., law firm.
Working with Alison on a employment matter
Alison N. Davis represents management in employment and labor law. She has extensive litigation experience in the employment arena, including: Sexual harassment Race, national origin, age, gender and disability discrimination Overtime Wrongful termination claims Pay discrimination issues Wage and hour matters She regularly appears in state and federal courts and before the Equal Employment…
Clients Alison works with
Alison reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard University
J.D. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Alison's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Massachusetts, Massa
ACTIVE
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
Alison studied at J.D. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Alison completed J.D. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alison runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alison has received 22 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Washington (DC)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Discrimination
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Education
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Harassment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — State and Federal
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Whistleblowers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Super Lawyer - Washington, DC, Super Lawyers, 2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Washington (DC) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law (2026).
Locations
Alison N. Davis's office in Washington
Alison's primary office is at 815 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Alison N. Davis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alison usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alison charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alison's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alison will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alison
Alison discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alison confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alison's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alison N. Davis
How much does it cost to hire Alison for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alison walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alison offer a free consultation?
Alison charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alison's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Alison's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alison gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alison take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Alison is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alison will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alison?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alison will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alison accepting new employment clients right now?
Alison's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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