Atty. John M Wagner

Atty. John M Wagner

John M Wagner is a lawyer practicing constitutional, state, local and municipal law, real estate and 5 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Hauppauge Hauppauge 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John M Wagner at a glance

John M Wagner is a Partner based in Hauppauge, New York, practicing at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1986), New Jersey (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1986). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1985) and Vassar College (A.B. English, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Suffolk County Bar Association. Provides legal services in French. Serands clients in Hauppauge, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John M Wagner is a lawyer practicing constitutional, state, local and municipal law, real estate and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Vassar College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP in Hauppauge, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John M Wagner's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Environmental Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hauppauge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John M Wagner

Where is John M Wagner's law office located?
John M Wagner's law practice is located in Hauppauge, New York. The firm is Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M Wagner handle?
John M Wagner focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John M Wagner practiced law?
John M Wagner has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
What languages does John M Wagner speak?
John M Wagner provides legal services in French. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did John M Wagner go to law school?
John M Wagner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B. English, 1980).
How can I contact John M Wagner for a consultation?
You can contact John M 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 John M Wagner received?
John M Wagner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1985
A.B. English
Vassar College
- 1980

Languages

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1986
New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1986

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