Atty. Michael Augustine Wagner

Atty. Michael Augustine Wagner

Professional Associations and Memberships - Chattanooga Bar Association - Tennessee Bar Association - American Bar Association - Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association - The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 - Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce - Chattanooga National Apartment Association - National Apartment Association - Chattanooga Better Business Bureau References - Tennessee Bar Association - First Tennessee Bank - SunTrust Bank - Chattanooga Bar Association Representative Clients - Catholic Dioceses of Knoxville, Tennessee - Philadelphia Insurance Company - Certified Installations, LLC - D & G R

Chattanooga Chattanooga 39 Years Experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Augustine Wagner at a glance

Michael Augustine Wagner is a Member based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Wagner & Wagner Attorneys at Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, bankruptcy, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1987), U.S District Court, Eastern and Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1992), and U.S. Supreme court (1992). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (B.S. Business, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tennessee Bar Association Chattanooga Bar Association. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Professional Associations and Memberships - Chattanooga Bar Association - Tennessee Bar Association - American Bar Association - Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association - The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 - Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce - Chattanooga National Apartment Association - National Apartment Association - Chattanooga Better Business Bureau References - Tennessee Bar Association - First Tennessee Bank - SunTrust Bank - Chattanooga Bar Association Representative Clients - Catholic Dioceses of Knoxville, Tennessee - Philadelphia Insurance Company - Certified Installations, LLC - D & G Roofing Specialists - ASAP International - Allan’s Consulting Company, Inc. - Grayoaks Homeowner’s Association, Inc. - Boston Branch Association, Inc. - Legends Homeowners Association

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Augustine Wagner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Michael Augustine Wagner is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Tennessee →

Wrongful Death

Michael Augustine Wagner is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Tennessee →

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.

Michael Augustine Wagner is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael Augustine Wagner is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Augustine Wagner is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Augustine Wagner

Where is Michael Augustine Wagner's law office located?
Michael Augustine Wagner's law practice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The firm is Wagner & Wagner Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Augustine Wagner handle?
Michael Augustine Wagner focuses on probate, wrongful death, personal injury, bankruptcy, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael Augustine Wagner practiced law?
Michael Augustine Wagner has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael Augustine Wagner go to law school?
Michael Augustine Wagner earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Business, 1983).
How can I contact Michael Augustine Wagner for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Augustine 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 Michael Augustine Wagner received?
Michael Augustine Wagner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1987
B.S. Business
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1987
U.S District Court, Eastern and Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme court
Admitted: 1992

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