Douglas H. Wigdor

Douglas H. Wigdor is a nationally recognized employment and workplace litigation attorney known for his unparalleled record both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. He routinely tries cases to verdict, securing millions of dollars in awards and settlements, with total verdicts and arbitration awards exceeding $1 billion.

Mr. Wigdor is a tireless advocate for victims of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and unlawful workplace misconduct. He has been featured on television, radio, in a Netflix documentary, and has testified before the UK Parliament. His work has earned him a spot on Law360’s Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar, highlighting his influence and leadership in the plaintiffs’ bar nationwide.

Notable Cases & Clients

• Harvey Weinstein Victims – Represented eight alleged victims, including two women who testified at Weinstein’s criminal trial in New York.

• Dominique Strauss-Kahn Case – Represented the hotel maid in the sexual assault matter.

• Delhi Uber Case – Represented the rape victim, prompting executive resignations.

• NBA All-Star Charles Oakley – Assault and battery lawsuit against James Dolan and Madison Square Garden.

• Deborah Dugan – Sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation case related to the Grammy Awards.

• WeWork Pregnancy Discrimination – Represented former chief of staff to CEO Adam Neumann.

• NY1 Journalists – Age and gender discrimination lawsuit against Charter Communications.

• Fox News Employees – Represented over 20 employees in sexual harassment, gender and race discrimination, and retaliation claims.

Douglas Wigdor has been recognized as one of New York’s most high-profile litigators and is known for taking on powerful corporations, political figures, and influential individuals with extraordinary success.

Awards & Recognition

• New York Law Journal’s 2020 Distinguished Leader Award

• Law360 Titans of the Plaintiffs Bar

• The Hollywood Reporter – Top 100 Hollywood Power Lawyers

• Billboard – Top Music Lawyer

• Featured in The New York Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, London Independent

• Recognized as one of the most fearsome plaintiffs’ employment lawyers in the country

For representation in workplace litigation or high-profile employment cases:
📞 212-257-6800
📧 dwigdor@wigdorlaw.com