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Wendy M. Lazerson, Employment Attorney in Palo Alto, California

Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, IP, and Litigation

AssociateatSidley Austin LLP

Palo Alto, CA

Practicing employment in Palo Alto since 1979.

47+
Years practicing
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Wendy M. Lazerson is an associate based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, IP, and Litigation. Wendy has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Based in
Palo Alto, CA
Experience
over 47 years
Known for
Employment · IP · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, IP, and Litigation matters from Palo Alto, CA.
  • Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Wendy M. Lazerson: Wendy M. Lazerson is an associate based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, IP, and Litigation. Wendy has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Wendy M. Lazerson

Wendy concentrates on employment, ip, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wendy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Palo Alto, California

Wendy takes employment matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Wendy agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Palo Alto, California

Wendy takes ip matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Wendy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Palo Alto, California

Wendy takes litigation matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Wendy agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Palo Alto, California

Wendy takes securities matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Wendy agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Wendy M. Lazerson — Over 47 years of California employment experience

Wendy M. Lazerson is an associate based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, IP, and Litigation. Wendy has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.

Wendy M. Lazerson is a lawyer practicing litigation area, employment and labor, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Wendy received a degree from Albany Law School of Union University in 1978, and has been licensed for 47 years. Wendy practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA.

How Wendy handles employment matters

Wendy M. Lazerson is a lawyer practicing litigation area, employment and labor, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Wendy received a degree from Albany Law School of Union University in 1978, and has been licensed for 47 years. Wendy practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA.

The kind of cases Wendy takes

Wendy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, ip, and litigation matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Wendy M. Lazerson's legal education and bar admissions

  • Albany Law School of Union University

    Juris Doctor · 1978

Jurisdictions

Wendy's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Dist

    1981 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1979 · ACTIVE

Wendy studied at Juris Doctor in Albany Law School of Union University.

Law school and academic background

Wendy completed Juris Doctor in Albany Law School of Union University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wendy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Wendy M. Lazerson's office in Palo Alto

Wendy's primary office is at Bldg. 1, 1001 Page Mill Rd., Palo Alto, CA, 94304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sidley Austin LLP

Bldg. 1, 1001 Page Mill Rd.

Palo Alto, CA 94304

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Hiring guide

How to hire Wendy M. Lazerson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wendy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Wendy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Wendy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Palo Alto, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Wendy

Wendy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Wendy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Wendy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Wendy M. Lazerson

  • How much does it cost to hire Wendy for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wendy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Wendy offer a free consultation?

    Wendy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Wendy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in California typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Wendy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Wendy take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?

    Wendy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Wendy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Wendy?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Wendy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Wendy accepting new employment clients right now?

    Wendy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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