Atty. Michael Howard Wagner

Atty. Michael Howard Wagner

Michael Howard Wagner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, business law. Michael received a degree from John Marshall Law School in 1983, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Northfield Northfield 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Howard Wagner at a glance

Michael Howard Wagner is a Member based in Northfield, Illinois, practicing at Michael H. Wagner. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969). Educated at John Marshall Law School (L.L.M. John, 1983) and DePaul University (J.D., 1969). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Northfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Howard Wagner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, business law
  • Michael received a degree from John Marshall Law School in 1983, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Michael practices at Michael H. Wagner in Northfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Howard Wagner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Howard Wagner is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Howard Wagner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Northfield 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 Michael Howard Wagner

Where is Michael Howard Wagner's law office located?
Michael Howard Wagner's law practice is located in Northfield, Illinois. The firm is Michael H. Wagner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Howard Wagner handle?
Michael Howard Wagner focuses on probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Howard Wagner practiced law?
Michael Howard Wagner has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Michael Howard Wagner go to law school?
Michael Howard Wagner earned their education at (L.L.M. John, 1983); (J.D., 1969).
How can I contact Michael Howard Wagner for a consultation?
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Education

L.L.M. John
John Marshall Law School
- 1983
J.D.
DePaul University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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