Paul Joseph Wagstaffe, Insurance Attorney in Sacramento, California
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Personal Injury · 4.1/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
MemberatVan Tassell & Fornasero, LLP
Sacramento, CA
Practicing insurance in Sacramento since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.1 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Paul Joseph Wagstaffe is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Sacramento, CA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Sacramento, CA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Paul Joseph Wagstaffe: Paul Joseph Wagstaffe is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Paul Joseph Wagstaffe
Paul concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Sacramento, California
Paul takes insurance 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Sacramento, California
Paul 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Paul Joseph Wagstaffe — Over 41 years of California insurance experience
Paul Joseph Wagstaffe is a member based in Sacramento, CA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Paul Joseph Wagstaffe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance coverage defense. Paul received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Paul practices at Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP in Sacramento, CA.
Working with Paul on a insurance matter
Paul Joseph Wagstaffe is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance coverage defense. Paul received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years. Paul practices at Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP in Sacramento, CA.
Who Paul represents
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in Sacramento and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Paul Joseph Wagstaffe's legal education and bar admissions
University of California at Davis
J.D. · 1985
Santa Clara University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1986 · ACTIVE
California
1985 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at J.D. in University of California at Davis and B.A. in Santa Clara University.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed J.D. in University of California at Davis and B.A. in Santa Clara University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Paul Joseph Wagstaffe
Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Paul Joseph Wagstaffe's office in Sacramento
Paul's primary office is at 2625 Fair Oaks Blvd., Ste. 7, Sacramento, CA, 95864-4936. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Van Tassell & Fornasero, LLP
2625 Fair Oaks Blvd., Ste. 7
Sacramento, CA 95864-4936
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Client reviews of Paul Joseph Wagstaffe — 4.1/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Paul. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Sacramento.
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How to hire Paul Joseph Wagstaffe — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Sacramento, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Paul
Paul discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Paul Joseph Wagstaffe
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in California typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Sacramento?
Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new insurance clients right now?
Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Paul handles insurance matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance 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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