Atty. Michael J. Wagner

Atty. Michael J. Wagner

Michael J. Wagner is a lawyer practicing business and commercial law, business organizations, contracts and 7 other areas of law.

Altoona Altoona 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Michael J. Wagner at a glance

Michael J. Wagner is a Partner based in Altoona, Pennsylvania, practicing at Wagner & Finn Attorneys At Law. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1984), and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Blair County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Altoona, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Wagner is a lawyer practicing business and commercial law, business organizations, contracts and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael J. received a B.A. degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael J. practices at Wagner & Finn Attorneys At Law in Altoona, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Wagner's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Michael J. Wagner is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 J. Wagner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael J. Wagner is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael J. Wagner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Workers Compensation

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

Michael J. Wagner is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Wagner

Where is Michael J. Wagner's law office located?
Michael J. Wagner's law practice is located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The firm is Wagner & Finn Attorneys At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Wagner handle?
Michael J. Wagner focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael J. Wagner practiced law?
Michael J. Wagner has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael J. Wagner go to law school?
Michael J. Wagner earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Michael J. Wagner for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. 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 J. Wagner received?
Michael J. Wagner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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