Brett Wagner, General Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatDoherty Wagner
Houston, TX
Practicing general in Houston since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Brett Wagner is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Brett has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Doherty Wagner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brett Wagner: Brett Wagner is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Brett has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Doherty Wagner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brett Wagner
Brett concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brett handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Brett takes general matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brett agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas
Brett takes personal injury matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brett agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brett Wagner — Over 40 years of Texas general experience
Brett Wagner is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Brett has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Doherty Wagner. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Brett Wagner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, legal malpractice, ethics-legal malpractice and 1 other area of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Brett practices at Doherty Wagner in Houston, TX.
How Brett handles general matters
Mr. Brett Wagner is a lawyer practicing personal injury, legal malpractice, ethics-legal malpractice and 1 other area of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years. Brett practices at Doherty Wagner in Houston, TX.
Who Brett represents
Brett reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Brett Wagner's legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 1985
Rice University
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Brett's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
Texas
1986 · ACTIVE
Brett studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in Rice University.
Law school and academic background
Brett completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.A. in Rice University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brett runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Brett Wagner
Brett has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brett's professional memberships and bar associations
Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Trial Lawyers Association Texas Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Academy of Legal Malpractice Attorneys
membership
Locations
Brett Wagner's office in Houston
Brett's primary office is at 13810 Champion Forest Drive, Suite 225, Houston, TX, 77069. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brett Wagner — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brett. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Houston.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Brett Wagner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brett usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brett charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brett's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brett will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brett
Brett discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brett confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brett's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brett Wagner
How much does it cost to hire Brett for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brett walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brett offer a free consultation?
Brett charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brett's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Brett's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brett gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brett take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Brett is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brett will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brett?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brett will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brett accepting new general clients right now?
Brett's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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