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Biography
Drew M. Widders is a Northern California trial lawyer with 18+ years representing injured clients in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. He has tried numerous cases to verdict and secured multiple multimillion-dollar settlements. Drew drafted the brief in Whitlow v. Rideout Memorial Hospital, 237 631, a published decision on hospital accountability.
Education & Early Career
After earning a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Health & Life Sciences from the University of California, Santa Barbara, Drew moved to Sacramento in 2003 to attend McGeorge School of Law (University of the Pacific). He honed his skills as a law clerk at Tronvig Law Firm and Wilcoxen Callaham, LLP, and was admitted to the California Bar in 2006. Since then, he has dedicated his career to advancing his clients’ interests and has secured numerous favorable verdicts and settlements.
Career Highlights
Trials & Settlements: Tried multiple cases to verdict and obtained several multimillion-dollar settlements.
Appellate Work: Drafted the brief in Whitlow v. Rideout Memorial Hospital, 237 631, a published decision recognizing hospital accountability for independent-contractor ER physicians where adequate notice of employment status is lacking.
Lien & Subrogation Issues: A go-to resource for complex lien matters, including multiple lien appeals. Drew has helped clients save millions by reducing or eliminating liens—for example, persuading a court to eliminate a $1.6 million lien asserted by a self-funded ERISA health plan, increasing the client’s net recovery.
Legal Philosophy
Drew’s practice is client-centered and strategy-driven. He tailors representation to each client’s unique circumstances and is relentless in pursuing just results—whether through negotiation, trial, or appeal. Grounded in attentive listening, compassion, and fairness, he keeps clients informed and supported at every step.
Compassion in practice. Accountability in court.
Accountability for medical negligence—client-first.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
50%
19 years | 150 cases
Personal Injury
15%
19 years | 150 cases
Trucking Accident
15%
10 cases
Wrongful Death
15%
19 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Pro bono
15 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
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Drew Montgomery Widders's Reviews
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Posted by Brandi Kelfer | March 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I am extremely grateful for Drew’s compassion and professionalism
Drew Widders went out of his was to support me while I walked through hardest time in my life. He was professional and compassionate. He answered all my questions and listened to all my concerns. He encouraged me to not give up and for that I am grateful. He brought justice and made sure my mom had ...
Posted by Landon | February 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
After experiencing a devastating loss, which changed my entire life, Drew took on my case. He was always professional and helpful. Being new to litigation myself, Drew explained things in a way that was easy to understand. He also went the extra mile to get us the best settlement possible. I highly r...
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Drew cares about his clients.
It's so rare to find a lawyer who really cares about helping. Thank goodness there are people like Drew. He knows the law, and he is powerful in court.
Posted by Kevin | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mr. Widders was there for me in my most stressful time of need.
Mr. Widders is not only a fantastic Lawyer he truly cares for his clients. Mr. Widders was able to calm me down during the most stressful event in my life. He carefully explained my options and then quickly put a game plan together. He explained to me I had rights in my case and made sure I was no...
Posted by Yara | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Personal injury case with Drew Widders
Drew has been great to work with on my personal injury case. He has been very professional and has made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. I feel that I made a great decision in hiring Drew Widders to handle my case and appreciate all the work that he has done for me.
Drew Montgomery Widders's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the privilege of referring several car accident cases to Drew Widders, a highly skilled personal injury attorney in California. Drew’s dedication to his clients and his ability to achieve outstanding results are nothing short of exceptional. Drew has a deep understanding of personal injury law and an impressive ability to navigate the complexities of car accident cases. His thorough case preparation, strategic thinking, and unwavering advocacy have resulted in excellent outcomes for the clients I’ve referred to him. What sets Drew apart is his client-centered approach. He takes the time to listen, explain the legal process in clear terms, and keep clients informed every step of the way. This level of care and professionalism instills confidence that their case is in capable hands. I highly recommend Drew Widders for any personal injury case in California."
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"I strongly recommend Drew Widders and his varied legal skills. Mr. Widders is intelligent, caring and dedicated to his craft. He will work tirelessly for his clients."
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"Mr. Widders is my go to guy whenever I have questions about litigation strategies or civil procedure. From law school I learned that he is as sharp as they come and is a person you can trust with your life."
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Experience
Honors
2005
Deans Honors, McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Associate Trial Attorney, Wilcoxen Callaham, LLP
Associations
2006 - Present
Capital City Trial Lawyers Association
2006 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of California
2006 - Present
American Association for Justice
Sample of Legal Cases
Parker v. Evenflo
Education
2006
McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific
Law
2002
Univ of California Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Spring Conference
E-Discovery
Publications
2024
The Litigator (CCTLA)
The No Surprise Act: Will 2025 Bring an End to Balance Billing?
2023
2020
The Litigator (CCTLA)
Lessons learned from handling a traumatic brain injury case
2015
The Litigator (CCTLA)
Don’t Miss the Secrets Behind Electronically Stored Information
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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