Atty. James C. Wagner

Atty. James C. Wagner

James C. Wagner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, adults with disabilities and 9 other areas of law.

Fox River Grove Fox River Grove 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James C. Wagner at a glance

James C. Wagner is an Attorney based in Fox River Grove, Illinois, practicing at James C. Wagner, Attorney at Law. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976). Educated at John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Il. (J.D., 1976) and Eastern Illinois University Class of 1973 (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Past President, Illinois State Bar Association McHenry County Bar Association. Serands clients in Fox River Grove, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James C. Wagner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, adults with disabilities and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at James C. Wagner, Attorney at Law in Fox River Grove, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Wagner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C. Wagner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

James C. Wagner is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Illinois →

Trusts

James C. Wagner is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

James C. Wagner is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James C. Wagner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James C. Wagner is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fox River Grove are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James C. Wagner

Where is James C. Wagner's law office located?
James C. Wagner's law practice is located in Fox River Grove, Illinois. The firm is James C. Wagner, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Wagner handle?
James C. Wagner focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James C. Wagner practiced law?
James C. Wagner has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James C. Wagner go to law school?
James C. Wagner earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
How can I contact James C. Wagner for a consultation?
You can contact James C. Wagner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James C. Wagner received?
James C. Wagner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Il.
- 1976
Eastern Illinois University Class of 1973
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976

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