Wendy C. York

Practice areas

Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff, Elder Law, Employment Litigation: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Personal Injury – Plaintiff

Wendy C. York, the founder of York Law Firm located in Sacramento, California, specializes in cases involving elder and nursing home abuse, wrongful death, personal injury, and wage and hour class action lawsuits. Her legal services extend to residents in Sacramento, Fairfield, and across Northern California. With a well-established track record, Ms. York has consistently achieved favorable settlements and verdicts on behalf of her clients.

In her capacity as co-lead counsel, she played a crucial role in securing more than $87 million for UPS drivers in California through a class action lawsuit related to wage and hour violations. Additionally, she obtained a $3 million verdict for a client who suffered from nursing home abuse. Furthermore, she has successfully negotiated numerous settlements exceeding a million dollars for elderly clients, compensating for harm caused by nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Her adeptness extends to managing multiple wrongful death cases, resulting in substantial awards and settlements spanning from instances of employment discrimination to personal injury.

Ms. York earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University, Sacramento in 1989, followed by her Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in 1993. Admitted to the State Bar of California that same year, she also holds admission to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Northern Districts of California, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit.

Beyond her legal practice, Ms. York remains dedicated to community service, actively contributing her time and resources to various local nonprofit organizations. Her commitment to excellence was recognized through the Sacramento Advocate of the Year Award from the Capital City Trial Lawyers Association.