Shayla N. Waldon-Davis
Top rated Employment & Labor attorney in Delray Beach, Florida
The Waldon Law Firm, PLLC
Practice areas: Employment & Labor, Business & Corporate, Employment Litigation; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2013
Education: University of Miami School of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2024 - 2026 Call today:
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Shayla N. Waldon-Davis, born and raised in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a seasoned attorney recognized for her comprehensive knowledge of employment law and her commitment to providing strategic legal solutions to both large and small businesses. Operating from The Waldon Law Firm, PLLC, in Delray Beach, Florida, she offers adept guidance on a range of employment-related issues, ensuring her clients benefit from timely and effective legal advice. She also extends her practice to the counties of Broward, Miami-Dade, and throughout the state of Florida.
A magna cum laude graduate of the University of Miami School of Law in 2013, Ms. Waldon-Davis began her career at a well-known law firm where she sharpened her skills in employment litigation and advisory services. Her work spans several industries, including manufacturing, banking, hospitality and the nonprofit sector. She is adept at drafting complex legal documents such as multistate employee handbooks, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, separation agreements and compensation plans.
Ms. Waldon-Davis is particularly proficient in developing risk mitigation strategies that reduce her clients' exposure to discrimination and retaliation claims while ensuring compliance with important laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act. A significant aspect of her practice is conducting client training sessions on legal compliance and advocating for the creation of inclusive work environments.
Moreover, Ms. Waldon-Davis has extensive knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act’s public accommodation requirements, advising on accessibility standards for transportation, websites and electronic media. Her pragmatic, actionable advice is highly valued by her clients, earning her an “Excellent” rating on Avvo.
Ms. Waldon-Davis’ legal acumen is further demonstrated by her involvement in several landmark decisions, including cases such as Wiersum vs. U.S. Bank, N.A., and Velasquez vs. Cardinal Health, which have cemented her reputation in the legal community. She is licensed to practice in Florida and several federal courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, and multiple U.S. district courts in Florida and Illinois.
Practice areas
Employment & Labor: Employer, Business/Corporate, Employment Litigation: Defense, Franchise/Dealership, Nonprofit OrganizationsFocus areas
Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Contracts, Employment Law - Employer, Labor Law, Limited Liability Companies, Non-profit & Tax-exempt Organizations, Partnership, Sexual Harassment, Sub-chapter S Corporations, Unions, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower
- 40% Employment & Labor: Employer
- 30% Business/Corporate
- 10% Employment Litigation: Defense
- 10% Franchise/Dealership
- 10% Nonprofit Organizations
First Admitted: 2013, Florida
Bar / Professional Activity
- Florida, 2013
- Supreme Court of the United States, 2024
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 2014
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, 2018
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2016
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 2014
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 2013
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Bodie v. Towne Park Services, LLC, 2022 WL 2231506 (M.D. Fla. May 18, 2022), aff’d, 2023 WL 2857232 (11th Cir. April 10, 2023): Represented employer in race discrimination case in which summary judgment was granted and affirmed on appeal. , 2023
- Gundogdu v. WDF-4 Wood Harbor Park Owner, LLC, 2022 WL 14636919 (11th Cir. October 18, 2022): successfully represented landlord on appeal in alleging housing discrimination under the Fair Housing Act., 2022
- Bell v. Macy’s Corp. Services/Macy’s Westfield Mall Broward, 2021 WL 1609811 (11th Cir. March 17, 2021): successfully represented employer on appeal in case alleging wrongful termination based on alleged disability discrimination., 2021
- Aguilar v. Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc., 2021 WL 2419710 (S.D. Fla. February 19, 2021): successfully represented employer and achieved early dismissal with prejudice of FMLA claim brought by former employee., 2021
- Velasquez v. Cardinal Health, 2021 WL 2905369 (S.D. Fla. April 17, 2021), report and recommendation adopted, 2021 WL 2493087 (S.D. Fla. June 18, 2021): successfully represented employer in sexual harassment and retaliation claim brought by former employee, and achieved summary judgment in employer's favor., 2021
- Pirowskin v. Atlantic & Pacific Property Management, Inc., 2020 WL 2322920 (S.D. Fla. May 11, 2020), 2020
- Martin v. Teleperformance, Inc., 2020 WL 13647025 (S.D. Fla. January 28, 2020), 2020
- Rius v. Schuttler & Greenberg, LLC, 226 So. 3d 845 (Fla. 4th DCA 2017), 2017
- Cirrus Holdings USA v. Welch, 199 So. 3d 558 (Fla. 4th DCA 2016)., 2016
- Wiersum v. U.S. Bank, N.A., 2014 WL 2085344 (S.D. Fla. May 15, 2014), aff’d, 785 F.3d 483 (11th Cir. 2015), 2015
- Militano v. Randstad Professionals US, LP, 2015 WL 1636115 (S.D. Fla. April 13, 2015), 2015
- Golfin v. Alorica, Inc., 2015 WL 1862932 (M.D. Fla. April 23, 2015), 2015
- Duke v. Prestige Cruises International, 2015 WL 4886088 (S.D. Fla. August 14, 2015), 2015
Videos
- In more than a decade as an employment lawyer, I've defended many businesses who found themselves in the midst of litigation with a former employee. A key aspect of limiting legal risk comes from remembering that employees have certain rights that employers should protect and respect. Be sure to follow The Waldon Law Firm, PLLC, or reach out to us to learn more.561-293-2313[email protected], Important Employee Rights That You Need to Know, Small Businesses, Construction, Hospitality, Technology, Professional Services, 2024
Pro bono / Community Service
- Board of Directors of Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County, Inc., 2025
- Young Professionals Board of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County, Inc., Marketing Committee Chair, 2024
- Recognition by Florida Legal Services, Inc. for providing services to the poor by assisting the organization with employment law related questions and issues., 2019
Educational Background
- Juris Doctor, University of Miami School of Law, magna cum laude, May 2013, 2010-2013
- B.B.A., University of Miami, magna cum laude, May 2010, 2006-2010
White Papers
- In this article, we explore the impact of the Stericycle decision on the way in which employers draft their handbook policies, including suggestions for employers to consider when updating -- or creating -- their handbooks., New Year = New Handbooks, 2024
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Recognized by Judge Jeffrey Cole for professionalism in handling settlement of matter. Judge Cole noted the same in a Minute Entry on the court docket after a settlement conference before him in Beaver v. Adtalem Global Education., 2019
Honors
- Rising Stars 2025, Super Lawyers, 2025
- Recognition provided to top 1% of licensed attorneys in Florida following nomination., Fellow, American Bar Foundation - Florida, American Bar Foundation, 2025
- South Florida's Most Prominent and Influential Black Business Leaders for 2025, MIA Media Group, LLC - Legacy MIA, 2025
- Rising Stars 2024, Super Lawyers, 2024
- Member of the Year, F. Malcolm Cunningham Sr. Bar Association, 2018
Industry Groups
- Banking
- Construction
- Financial Services
- Hospitality (Hotels & Restaurants)
- Non-Profit
- Technology
Office location for Shayla N. Waldon-Davis
1615 S Congress Ave
Suite 103
Delray Beach, FL 33445
Phone: 954-212-9961
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2024 - 2026
