Ward Heinrichs has been a cornerstone of the Big Blend family since 2014, serving as a trusted editorial contributor and host of the monthly California Employment Law Podcast.

A highly respected California Employment Law Expert based in San Diego, Ward has been protecting businesses since 1992. With more than 35 years of legal experience and a background as a United States Marine Corps artillery officer, Ward provides strategic defense for California's small and mid-sized employers — from complex wage and hour disputes and PAGA claims to government agency representation before the DLSE, EDD, EEOC, and CRD.

Ward also helps employers stay ahead of California's ever-changing regulations through employee wage audits, independent contractor (AB5) reviews, workplace policy analysis, and strategic severance negotiations. A native of Indiana, Wabash College alumnus, and longtime San Diego resident, Ward enjoys spending time with his daughters, fishing, and RV traveling in his spare time.

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