
Lester Thomas Wagner, Litigation Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 59 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation
Sacramento, CA
Practicing litigation in Sacramento since 1967.
- 59+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Lester Thomas Wagner is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation and Personal Injury. Lester has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 59 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Litigation and Personal Injury matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 59 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Lester Thomas Wagner: Lester Thomas Wagner is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation and Personal Injury. Lester has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Lester's practice areas in Sacramento
Lester concentrates on litigation and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lester handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation cases in Sacramento, California
Lester takes litigation matters in Sacramento, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lester agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Sacramento, California
Lester takes personal injury matters in Sacramento, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lester agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lester Thomas Wagner, litigation attorney serving Sacramento
Lester Thomas Wagner is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation and Personal Injury. Lester has over 59 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Lester works from Sacramento, California and takes on litigation matters across the region.
Lester Thomas Wagner is a lawyer practicing professional negligence, complex civil litigation. Lester Thomas received a degree from University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 59 years. Lester Thomas practices at Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation in Sacramento, CA.
How Lester handles litigation matters
Lester Thomas Wagner is a lawyer practicing professional negligence, complex civil litigation. Lester Thomas received a degree from University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 59 years. Lester Thomas practices at Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation in Sacramento, CA.
Who Lester represents
Lester reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation and personal injury matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lester studied and practices
University of California School of Law
J.D. · 1967
University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA California State University Sacramento
B.A. Social · 1964
Jurisdictions
Lester's state bar admissions
Illinois
1968 · ACTIVE
California
1967 · ACTIVE
Lester studied at J.D. in University of California School of Law and B.A. Social in University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA California State University Sacramento.
Law school and academic background
Lester completed J.D. in University of California School of Law and B.A. Social in University of California, Berkeley Southwestern Law School Boalt Hall, Berkeley CA California State University Sacramento. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lester runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Lester's legal honors and published work
Lester has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Lester's professional memberships and bar associations
Association of Defense Counsel American Board of Trial Advocates American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys
membership
Locations
Lester Thomas Wagner's office in Sacramento
Lester's primary office is at 1000 G Street, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95814-0894. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hardy Erich Brown & Wilson A Professional Corporation
1000 G Street, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95814-0894
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Client reviews of Lester Thomas Wagner — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Lester. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Sacramento.
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How to hire Lester Thomas Wagner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lester usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lester charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lester'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; Lester will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Sacramento, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Lester
Lester discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Lester confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lester's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lester Thomas Wagner
How much does it cost to hire Lester for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lester walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lester offer a free consultation?
Lester charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lester's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Lester's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in California typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Lester gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lester take my case if I'm outside Sacramento?
Lester is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lester 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 Lester?
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. Lester will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lester accepting new litigation clients right now?
Lester's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lester handles litigation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified litigation attorneys in that community.
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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