“There is a common theme in my work history,” Cuddigan Law receptionist Charity Williams says. “It is people. I love talking with people, hearing how they think, and helping them when I can.”
Charity’s principal responsibility for the firm is to be the all-important first point of contact for clients and prospective clients and then connect them to the right person; whether that’s an Intake Specialist, a Case Manager, or a Lawyer. “I am also the person you speak with when you’re transitioning from a prospect to a client,” she explains. “I’ll give you a call to collect some key information that Social Security is going to need when we call them on your behalf. I take that collected information and send you a new client packet. As a receptionist, I’m there to assist wherever the other members of our team need me.”
“It is very stressful when you’re not able to work due to a disability that impacts your entire life,” she points out. “So, I find it rewarding to hear the relief in our clients’ voices when they’ve finally found the solution to their problem. The fact that we can take off even a fraction of their stress is amazing.”
“Previously, I worked as a receptionist for another company. I have been a customer service representative, and I was an Aviation Resource Manager in the Air Force for a few years. I also was an Artistic Teacher. I taught singing, dancing, creative writing, acting, and visual arts. (My specialties are ballet, tap, and jazz.) I love the arts, and the best way for me to incorporate my many passions into one singular medium would be through acting. I’ve done plays and musicals throughout the Omaha and Bellevue area including: The Omaha Community Playhouse, Bellevue Little Theater, and Rose Theater. I’ve also made some short films around town with film makers and local organizations. I’ve walked a few fashion shows, too.”
“Besides acting, I find modeling and beauty pageants really fulfilling. In 2025, I was the 3rd runner up at the Miss Nebraska USA pageant, which was such an incredible opportunity. I can’t wait to compete in the Miss Nebraska USA pageant again. When it comes to pageantry, I think a lot of people have an outdated opinion of what beauty pageants are. You must really bring your A game to compete with these women, because pageants are filled with intelligent, compassionate women who want to help and impact their communities.”
“In my free time I volunteer at Girls, Inc. where I help girls, improve, and hopefully fall in love with reading. I think educating young people is the best way to ensure our brightest future. I’m passionate about education and building confidence. That’s a seed I liked to plant with my students when I was an Artistic Teacher, and the one I try to share with the girls I help at Girls Inc. now.”
“When I was in middle school, I would think it was a bad thing that I stood out,” Charity reflects. “I questioned whether I should change who I was fundamentally, to try and be more digestible for others. At that time my mom shared with me one of her favorite quotes from a poem written by Marianne Williamson. ‘Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.’ I don’t think my mom knew just how much this quote changed the trajectory of my life. This quote is what keeps me moving forward in life. It helped me find my purpose and it’s how I know if I’m on the right path or not.”