The Ward Firm - Sacramento, CA

Distinguished Employment and Injury Attorneys

The Ward Firm is a premier litigation practice in Sacramento, California, offering top-tier representation in personal injury, employment law, and criminal defense. Founded in 2003 by Justin L. Ward, a highly respected trial attorney and former President of the Wiley W. Manuel Bar Association, the firm has earned a reputation for excellence and integrity. If you have been treated unfairly at work and need to find an employment lawyer, or if you have been injured in an accident, The Ward Firm provides the aggressive advocacy and sophisticated legal strategies typically associated with large corporate firms, but with the personal attention of a boutique practice.

Justin Ward's career is marked by his unique breadth of experience. He began as an insurance defense attorney, learning the inner workings of how insurance companies evaluate and deny claims. He then served as a Deputy District Attorney for Sacramento County, gaining extensive trial experience. This dual background allows him to see a case from every angle-he knows the tactics the opposition will use because he used to write their playbooks. Whether fighting for a victim of racial discrimination or negotiating a settlement for a car accident survivor, Justin Ward is known for his relentless pursuit of justice.

Core Practice Areas

• Employment Law: representing employees in claims of wrongful termination, discrimination (race, gender, age), sexual harassment, and whistleblower retaliation.
• Personal Injury: Securing compensation for victims of auto accidents, truck crashes, and premises liability incidents.
• Criminal Defense: providing skilled defense for misdemeanors and felonies, leveraging prosecutorial experience to protect clients' rights.
• Civil Rights: Advocating for individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement or government entities.

Award-Winning Representation

The Ward Firm is committed to treating every client like family. They understand that legal battles are stressful and often intimidating. Justin Ward's dedication to his clients and the community has been recognized with numerous accolades, including being named a 'Super Lawyer' and receiving the Distinguished Attorney of the Year award from the Sacramento County Bar Association. The firm operates with a bilingual staff (English and Spanish) to better serve the diverse population of the Sacramento Valley. When you hire The Ward Firm, you are hiring a team that is not afraid to take a case to trial to get what is fair.

Convenient Natomas Location

The firm is located on Northgate Boulevard in the Natomas area of Sacramento. This location offers significant advantages over downtown offices, including easy freeway access and ample free parking, making legal consultations stress-free.