Atty. Michael Wager
Michael Wager is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, public offerings, corporate governance and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Corporate Governance & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 44+ Years Experience
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About Michael Wager at a Glance
Michael Wager is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Taft. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1982) and Ohio Northern District of Ohio (1990). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Columbia University (M.A. The, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Wager
- Michael Wager is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, public offerings, corporate governance and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Michael practices at Taft in Cleveland, OH
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Michael Wager's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Wager handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Business & Corporate Law in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Cleveland
Michael Wager is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →
Securities Law in Cleveland
Michael Wager is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Ohio →
International Law in Cleveland
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cleveland Choose Michael Wager
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Wager's practice in the field of business, m&a, securities, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Wager brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Ohio Northern District of Ohio, Michael Wager can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Michael Wager can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means Michael Wager attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Wager Handles in Cleveland
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Wager directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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