Marcia S. Wagner

Marcia S. Wagner, Employment Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Tax · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Managing PartneratThe Wagner Law Group

Boston, MA

Practicing employment in Boston since 1987.

39+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Marcia S. Wagner is a managing partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Tax. Marcia has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Wagner Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Boston, MA
Experience
over 39 years
Known for
Employment · Employment Contracts · Tax
  • Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Tax matters from Boston, MA.
  • Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Marcia S. Wagner: Marcia S. Wagner is a managing partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Tax. Marcia has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Wagner Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Marcia's practice areas in Boston

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

Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Employment Contracts cases in Boston, Massachusetts

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

Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Marcia takes tax matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marcia agrees to represent you.

Biography

Marcia S. Wagner, employment attorney serving Boston

Marcia S. Wagner is a managing partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Tax. Marcia has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Wagner Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Marcia works from Boston, Massachusetts and takes on employment matters across the region.

A specialist in pension and employee benefits law, and is the principal of The Wagner Law Group, which she founded over 15 years ago. A summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Cornell University and a graduate of Harvard Law School, she has practiced law for over twenty-five years. Ms. Wagner is recognized as an expert in a variety of employee benefits issues and executive compensation matters, including qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, all forms of deferred compensation, and welfare benefit arrangements. Ms. Wagner was appointed to the IRS Tax Exempt & Government Entities Advisory Committee, ended her three-year term as the Chair of its Employee Plans subcommittee, and received the IRS' Commissioner's Award. Ms. Wagner has also been inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel. For the past four years, 401k Wire has listed Ms. Wagner as one of its 100 Most Influential Persons in the 401(k) industry, and she has received the Top Women of Law Award in Massachusetts and is listed among the Top 25 Attorneys in New England by Boston Business Journal. Ms. Wagner has written hundreds of articles and 11 books about retirement and benefit plans. Ms. Wagner is widely quoted in such publications as The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Pension & Investments, and more, as well as being a frequent guest on FOX Business, CNN, Bloomberg, NBC and other televised media outlets. She resides in Massachusetts with her husband, Craig, and their four wonderful children.

Working with Marcia on a employment matter

A specialist in pension and employee benefits law, and is the principal of The Wagner Law Group, which she founded over 15 years ago. A summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Cornell University and a graduate of Harvard Law School, she has practiced law for over twenty-five years. Ms. Wagner is recognized as an expert in a variety of employee benefits issues and executive compensation…

Clients Marcia works with

Marcia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and tax matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Marcia studied and practices

  • Harvard Law School

    J.D. · 1987

  • Cornell University Bachelor of Arts Double major in Economics and Government, summa cum laude London School of Economics and Political Science General Course Degree Class One Distinction, top

Jurisdictions

Marcia's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    1987 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1987 · ACTIVE

Marcia studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and — in Cornell University Bachelor of Arts Double major in Economics and Government, summa cum laude London School of Economics and Political Science General Course Degree Class One Distinction, top.

Law school and academic background

Marcia completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and — in Cornell University Bachelor of Arts Double major in Economics and Government, summa cum laude London School of Economics and Political Science General Course Degree Class One Distinction, top. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marcia runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Marcia's legal honors and published work

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Marcia's professional memberships and bar associations

  • of the American College of Employee Benefits Counsel. For the past four years, 401k Wire has listed Ms. Wagner as one of its 100 Most Influential Persons in the 401(k) industry, and she has received the Top Women of Law Award in Massachusetts and is liste

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Locations

Marcia S. Wagner's office in Boston

Marcia's primary office is at One Financial Cetner, Suite 3610, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

The Wagner Law Group

One Financial Cetner, Suite 3610

Boston, MA 02110

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Marcia S. Wagner — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

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Hiring guide

How to hire Marcia S. 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 Marcia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

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 Marcia

Marcia 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. Marcia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Marcia'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 Marcia S. Wagner

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

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

  • Does Marcia offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Massachusetts 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. Marcia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Marcia take my case if I'm outside Boston?

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

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

  • Is Marcia accepting new employment clients right now?

    Marcia'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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