William “Will” Beckum is the founder of Beckum Law, a Birmingham-based firm dedicated to representing employees, individuals, homeowners, and contractors throughout the State of Alabama. With more than 20 years of legal experience, Will focuses his practice on employment law, sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, FMLA violations, wage disputes, and construction defect litigation. He is known for his thorough preparation, practical guidance, and strong advocacy in both employment and civil litigation matters.
Will founded Beckum Law with a clear purpose: to give individuals—not corporations—strong, strategic legal representation. He represents employees in workplace disputes and also advocates for homeowners and contractors involved in construction defect, workmanship, and contract-related claims.
Experience & Practice Areas
Across two decades of practice, Will has handled a diverse range of cases involving:
Employment Law
- Workplace discrimination (race, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, national origin)
- Sexual harassment and hostile work environment
- Retaliation and whistleblower claims
- Wrongful termination and constructive discharge
- FMLA and medical-leave violations
- Wage and hour disputes, unpaid overtime, and misclassification
- EEOC charges, mediation, and federal litigation
Construction Defect Litigation
- Construction defects and structural issues
- Water intrusion, foundation problems, and code violations
- Contractor/subcontractor disputes
- Breach of contract and negligent construction claims
- Warranty issues and damage assessments
Clients appreciate his direct communication style, honest case assessments, and ability to guide them through complex disputes with clarity.