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4.9 /5.0
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Alan Frederick Wagner
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Biography
A civil trial lawyer since 1983, Alan Wagner brings an unusual skill set to his partnership in the firm. True to the firm’s dedication to plaintiffs’ rights, Alan’s experience plays a vital role in helping clients.
Alan has distinguished himself as a trial lawyer, gaining extensive experience in handling claims of professional negligence, products liability, bad-faith litigation, complex commercial disputes, toxic torts, and legal and medical malpractice. One of Alan’s key areas of expertise is in the examination of expert witnesses — frequently a critical component in personal injury litigation — which he has perfected while honing a reputation for general excellence in trial advocacy.
Alan became a partner in the firm in 1994 and today serves as President of Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore. His exceptional skills and competence have refueled the practice’s growth and success.
At Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore, Alan’s practice continues to focus on representing those who have been injured through others’ negligence or wrongful conduct, be it the careless driver, manufacturer of defective products, or the negligent doctor, lawyer, hospital or other professional. Alan has also developed a contingency fee based practice for intellectual property disputes involving copyright, patent, and trademark infringement cases, to preserve clients’ intellectual property rights and obtain compensation for their infringement. Alan’s proficiency and skill are reflected in his professional honors and memberships. He is board-certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer by both The Florida Bar and the National Board of Trial Advocacy. In 2005, Alan was inducted as a fellow of the prestigious and distinguished American College of Trial Lawyers, considered the premier professional trial organization in America. Additionally, Alan serves on the board of the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association and was appointed by the Florida Supreme Court to serve for two terms on the Florida Standard Jury Instructions Committee (Civil).
On the personal side, Alan holds both single and multiengine pilot’s licenses and is a dedicated husband and father of two. His wife, Deborah, is the founder and director of Tampa Bay’s Child, Inc., a local nonprofit organization linking impoverished children with sponsors from the community (). His son and daughter have recently graduated from Rice University in Texas.
Speaking up for the injured. Call today 813-375-0627
Practice Areas
16
Practice Areas
Litigation
20%
Medical Malpractice
20%
Personal Injury
15%
Car Accident
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
10%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 42 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome attorney
I just want to thank Mr. Wagner for his time, his deep dive into my 14.5 year long case. Mr. Wagner took no delay in reviewing my case and telling me what was going on. I highly recommend Mr. Wagner for your legal troubles. We need more of Mr. Wagner in this world. Thank you for everything, your th...
Posted by John | February 25, 2021 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Highly recommend
My wife and I needed a legal malpractice attorney and we are very glad we contacted Me Wagner. Mr Wagner was beyond professional. Every email and call was returned. Mr Wagner made himself available to me whenever I needed to speak to him. He resolved our issue quickly. I highly recommend this firm fo...
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
AMAZING AT WHAT HE DOES!!!!!
My case went on for 6 1/2yrs due to cannot find the other person who caused the accident. However, during that time Mr. Wagner and his wonderful secretary and office teamed up to provide me EXCELLENT service. Keeping me updated via email, mail, and phone. When everything was said and done he fault fo...
Posted by A Very Appreciative Client | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
World Class, Superb… at Minimum
It is very difficult to write a complete review of Mr. Alan Wagner because no words exist to adequately describe his unmatched skill and compassion. However, I will attempt to do my best here… After being devastatingly injured from others’ negligence and faced with an extremely disadvantaged legal...
Posted by Frances | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Personal injury
I was struck by a car while crossing the street. I wanted to settle the case out of court and went to a lawyer in my hometown in IN who referred me to another lawyer in Indianapolis. He, in turn, referred me to Mr. Alan Wagner in FL because of the different auto insurance laws in FL as opposed to I...
Alan Frederick Wagner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Alan Wagner has been a leader in the Tampa legal community for many years. When the most complicated legal issues arise; especially in the area(s) of personal injury or medical malpractice Alan is known as the go to guy to learn the law and the mechanics behind solving the problem. He's board certifed in civil trial law and his other credentials show he's a perfect choice if you need a lawyer in the Tampa Bay area or anywhere in Florida. He receives my highest endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2025
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2024
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2022
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2016
Superlawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
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2009
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2006
Appointed Member, Florida Standard Jury Instructions Committee, Florida Supreme Court
1995
Board Certified - Civil Trial, Florida Bar
1995
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, The National Board of Trial Advocacy
N/A
Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate, The National Board of Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy and The National Board of Trial Advocacy
Work Experience
1994 - Present
President, Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.
2015 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Stetson Unversity College Of Law
1989 - 1994
Partner, Carlton Fields
1983 - 1989
Associate, Carlton Fields
Associations
2011 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
American Law InstituteMember
2005 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersFellow
2000 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
1983 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
American Association for JusticeSustaining Member
National Board of Trial Advocacy
Member
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association
Board of Directors
Education
1983
The Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Vanderbilt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Along with "me" being a potential plaintiff, can my "corporation" ALSO be a plaintiff to my personal medical malpractice case?
21 Jul 2021
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At fault driver has no Bodily Injury Liability?
21 Feb 2020
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Florida....are tenants bound by hipaa privacy act?
16 Nov 2019