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Trusted Legal Representation in Philadelphia & New Jersey
Williams Cedar is a full-service law firm comprised of award-winning trial lawyers practicing in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Our team is committed to pursuing justice for those harmed by others' negligence, specializing in personal injury, toxic tort, and civil rights claims. With over 250 years of combined legal experience, we match clients with highly specialized attorneys in their practice area. Our approach prioritizes listening to clients first, ensuring personalized legal representation to secure maximum cash settlements or awards.

We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no fees unless we win their case. Our proven track record includes recovering over one billion dollars in settlements and awards for clients nationwide. We treat every client as part of the Williams Cedar family, providing the support and resources needed during difficult times.
Services
Personal Injury Environmental Law Civil Rights Product Liability Medical Malpractice Clergy Abuse Auto Accidents Slip and Fall
Highlights and features
  • We have over 250 years of combined legal experience in environmental, civil rights, and personal injury law
  • Our team includes Certified Trial Attorneys in New Jersey
  • We operate with a client-first approach, treating every client as family
  • We provide aggressive legal counsel with a proven track record of success
  • No fees unless we win your case
Associations and certifications
  • Avvo Inc.
  • Super Lawyers
  • Martindale Hubbell
  • National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top 1 Percent
What people say
Top-notch Excellent attorney Compassionate Aggressive legal counsel Successful outcomes
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients nationwide who have experienced personal injuries from car accidents, slip and falls, and other incidents. Our certified trial attorneys fight for maximum compensation through settlements or jury verdicts. With decades of experience, we handle catastrophic injuries, wrongful death cases, and complex litigation across multiple states.
Environmental Law
Our firm specializes in environmental contamination cases involving toxic chemicals, water supply pollution, and industrial accidents. We have secured multi-million dollar settlements for communities affected by PFAS contamination, vinyl chloride gas exposure, and other hazardous material incidents. Our team has extensive experience with class action lawsuits and complex environmental litigation.
Civil Rights
We protect clients' constitutional rights in cases involving police misconduct, malicious prosecution, and prisoner abuse. Our attorneys have successfully represented victims of civil rights violations in correctional facilities and against governmental entities. We handle First Amendment cases, Title IX violations, and wrongful conviction claims with a focus on accountability and justice.
Product Liability
Our firm represents clients harmed by defective medical devices, dangerous drugs, and faulty consumer products. We investigate manufacturing defects, design flaws, and inadequate warnings to hold corporations accountable. Our experience includes multi-million dollar settlements for victims of defective appliances, power tools, and pharmaceutical drugs.
Clergy Abuse
We handle clergy abuse cases with sensitivity and compassion, representing victims of sexual abuse by religious figures. Our attorneys understand the courage required to come forward and provide confidential, supportive representation. We have secured significant settlements for survivors while holding institutions accountable for their role in enabling abuse.
People
Gerald J. Williams
Founding Partner
Gerald J. Williams is a founding partner with decades of experience in civil rights and personal injury litigation. He has secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for clients across the country.
David Cedar
Founding Partner
David Cedar co-founded the firm and specializes in environmental law and toxic tort litigation. He has led major class action cases involving chemical contamination and industrial accidents with significant recovery outcomes.
Beth G. Cole
Partner
Beth G. Cole is a partner with extensive experience in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. She has successfully represented clients in complex litigation matters and is known for her compassionate client approach.
Kevin Haverty
Partner
Kevin Haverty focuses on product liability and civil rights cases. With his deep legal knowledge and trial experience, he has secured favorable outcomes for clients in high-stakes litigation matters.
Alan Sklarsky
Partner
Alan Sklarsky specializes in environmental law and complex litigation. He has played key roles in major class action lawsuits involving toxic exposure and industrial contamination cases.
Questions
What types of cases does Williams Cedar handle?
We handle personal injury, environmental contamination, civil rights violations, product liability, medical malpractice, and clergy abuse cases across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and nationwide.
How much does it cost to hire Williams Cedar attorneys?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay no fees unless we win your case. Our compensation comes from the settlement or award we secure for you.
What makes Williams Cedar different from other law firms?
Our firm combines over 250 years of combined experience with a personalized approach, treating every client like family while maintaining a proven track record of multi-million dollar verdicts.
Can I get a free case evaluation?
Yes, we offer free case evaluations where our experienced attorneys will review your situation and discuss potential legal options at no initial cost.
Where is Williams Cedar located?
We have offices in Philadelphia, PA (One South Broad Street, Suite 1510) and Haddonfield, NJ (8 Kings Highway West, Suite B) serving clients throughout the region and nationwide.
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