Wendy S. Albers

Wendy Albers is a partner at Benedon & Serlin LLP in Woodland Hills, California, where she focuses her practice on Appellate Practice. She joined the firm in 2012 and has more than 25 years of experience representing clients in state and federal appellate courts throughout California. Her work includes briefing and oral argument in complex civil appeals, as well as strategic guidance at critical stages of litigation.

• Certified in Appellate Law by the State Bar of California.
• Recognized by Best Lawyers in America for Appellate Law (2021–2024), published by U.S. News & World Report.
• Selected to Southern California Super Lawyers for Appellate Law (2019–2026).

Wendy’s appellate practice includes appeals, writ proceedings, trial consultations, and post-trial motions in a wide range of civil matters, including employment disputes, contract claims, and other complex litigation. She is frequently involved in anti-SLAPP appeals and works closely with trial counsel to address legal issues that may affect the record and outcome on appeal. Her approach emphasizes careful analysis, clear writing, and persuasive advocacy tailored to appellate courts.

Her appellate work has included matters before the California Supreme Court, the California Courts of Appeal, and the U.S. Courts of Appeals. In addition to her litigation practice, Wendy previously taught legal writing at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law, reflecting her long-standing commitment to effective appellate advocacy and clear legal communication.

Education:

• Loyola Law School (J.D. 1993, cum laude, Order of the Coif).
• University of California, Santa Barbara (B.A. 1988, High Honors).