Kenneth L. Wagner

Kenneth L. Wagner, Employment Attorney in Syracuse, New York

Over 35 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews

PartneratBlitman & King LLP

Syracuse, NY

Practicing employment in Syracuse since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
7 client reviews
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Kenneth L. Wagner is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment. Kenneth has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.

Based in
Syracuse, NY
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Syracuse, NY.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Kenneth L. Wagner: Kenneth L. Wagner is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment. Kenneth has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Kenneth takes on

Kenneth concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Syracuse, New York

Kenneth takes employment matters in Syracuse, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Kenneth L. Wagner — employment lawyer in Syracuse

Kenneth L. Wagner is a partner based in Syracuse, NY. The practice focuses on Employment. Kenneth has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Blitman & King LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.

Listed: Best Lawyers in America (Litigation–Labor and Employment), 2018-2026 (2021 Lawyer of the Year in Syracuse); NY Super Lawyers 2011-2012, 2014-2026. Chapter Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 8th Edition, 2022, 7th Edition, 2017, 6th Edition, 2012. Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 5th Edition, 2006. Associate Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 4th Edition, 2001. Editor-in-Chief, 2004-2005, Associate Editor, 1998-2003, 2007-2009, Chapter Editor, 2010-2011, 2013-2016, 2018-2020, 2023-2024, and Contributing Editor, 1995-1997, “The Developing Labor Law,” Annual Cumulative Supplement. Co-Chair: ABA Developing Labor Law (DLL) Committee, 2003-2006; Midwinter Meeting Program, 2000-2003. Speaker: NYSBA CLE Conference, “NLRA Limitations on the Scope of Workplace Policies,” October 24, 2014; 2009 DLL Midwinter Meeting, San Diego, CA, “Our Deal Trumps My Bargaining Rights Only if I Said So: The Board’s Reaffirmation of Its Waiver Doctrine in Unilateral Change Cases,” Published 25 ABA Journal of Labor & Employment Law 57 (2009); 2003 DLL Midwinter Meeting, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, “What Should the Bargaining Rights of a Discriminatory Successor Employer Be?”; 1997 DLL Midwinter Meeting, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, “‘No’ Means ‘No’ When a Party ‘Really’ Says So: The NLRB’s Continued Adherence to the Clear and Unmistakable Waiver Doctrine in Unilateral Change Cases,” Published 13 The Labor Lawyer 325, Fall 1997. President, Board of Directors, Legal Services of Central New York, 2000-2002. Member, Central New York Chapter, Labor and Employment Research Association. Member, AFL-CIO Lawyers Coordinating Committee.

How Kenneth handles employment matters

Listed: Best Lawyers in America (Litigation–Labor and Employment), 2018-2026 (2021 Lawyer of the Year in Syracuse); NY Super Lawyers 2011-2012, 2014-2026. Chapter Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 8th Edition, 2022, 7th Edition, 2017, 6th Edition, 2012. Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 5th Edition, 2006. Associate Editor, “The Developing Labor Law,” 4th Edition, 2001. Editor-in-Chief,…

Who Kenneth represents

Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Syracuse and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Syracuse University College of Law

    J.D. · 1990

  • University of California, Los Angeles

    B.A. · 1984

Jurisdictions

Kenneth's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2019 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    2014 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    2011 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1991 · ACTIVE

Kenneth studied at J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Kenneth completed J.D. in Syracuse University College of Law and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section), New York State (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section), and Onondaga County Bar Associations

    membership

  • AFL-CIO Union Lawyers Alliance

    membership

Locations

Kenneth L. Wagner's office in Syracuse

Kenneth's primary office is at Franklin Center, Suite 300, 443 North Franklin Street, Syracuse, NY, 13204-5412. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Blitman & King LLP

Franklin Center, Suite 300, 443 North Franklin Street

Syracuse, NY 13204-5412

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Kenneth L. Wagner — 4.4/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Kenneth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Syracuse.

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kenneth L. Wagner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth'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; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Syracuse, New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Kenneth

Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kenneth L. Wagner

  • How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?

    Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in New York typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Syracuse?

    Kenneth is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth 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 Kenneth?

    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. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kenneth accepting new employment clients right now?

    Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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