Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024 
Liz Austin is a member of Williams Weese Pepple & Ferguson’s Litigation and Labor and Employment Practices. She handles a variety of corporate litigation and employment matters before state and federal courts and agencies, and she has substantial experience representing clients in matters related to trade secrets, non-competes, discrimination, retaliation, protected leaves, accommodations, and wage and hour matters.
Liz brings a unique background to her employment and litigation practice that strengthens her ability to provide employment advice and counsel to assist corporate clients in their decision-making. Prior to entering private practice, Liz worked in the corporate office of a large retail company in San Francisco, where she managed training, onboarding, and employee-to-supervisor mediation. Liz leverages this experience to provide current clients with practical, up-to-date training, advice, and counsel.
In addition to her corporate work, Liz advises higher education institutions on a range of regulatory compliance matters and investigations, including those related to Titles VI, VII, and IX. She provides guidance on complex issues such as discrimination, harassment, and policy enforcement, ensuring her clients’ practices align with evolving legal standards in education law.
