Marc Gregory Wagman

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney at Chicago, IL

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Practice areas

Bankruptcy and debt

80%

Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Debt Settlement, Debt Negotiation, Loan Modifications

19 years, 3,000 cases
Litigation

20%

Litigation

19 years, 40 cases

I grew up in Indiana. My job is all about getting people out of debt and effectively representing my clients. I received my undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Political Science. I received myJuris Doctorate from The John Marshall Law School. While at John Marshall, Marc was a staff editor on The Journal of Information and Technology Law. After law school Marc worked for one of the largest bankruptcy firms in Chicago. I left seeking a smaller more personalized firm. I worked at a small respected boutique firm practicing bankruptcy and litigation in bankruptcy. After that, I worked for a foreclosure firm in Northbrook in their bankruptcy department. Unsatisfied with creditors work I left and entered private practice. I am licensed in the State of Illinois, a member of the Federal Trial Bar, and licensed in both the Northern and Central Districts of Illinois Federal Courts.

Licensed for 18 years

State IL

Status Active and Authorized to Practice Law

Acquired 2004

Updated 01/06/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Posted by mary | June 30, 2012

Thank you!

Thank you! You told me exaactly what I needed to know.

Posted by John | April 13, 2010

Thanks so much you were wonderful

Thanks so much for all the help. I really don't know what I would of done without you. Marc took care of my case from start to finish. He was quick to respond to my questions and helped me through my entire case. He was knowledgeable and courteous throughout. Thanks Swanson & Wagman

Posted by Joseph | February 9, 2010

5 Star Attorney

Marc worked professionally, and with genuine care. Extremely thorough and knowledgeable.

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2009

Highly recommended bankruptcy attorney in Chicago-one of chicago's best bankruptcy attorneys-top notch-outstanding

Marc is extremely smart and informed about current case law. I had a difficult case. All of the "mills" that I called turned me away. Marc was competent and comfortable with filing my complex bankruptcy. He was also compassionate and treated me with respect. I was able to maintain my dignity during the process of filing for bankruptcy.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 8.1 (Excellent)

Education

John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2003

Indiana University in Political Science
undergraduate degree
1996

Legal Cases

Sullivan v. Healthcare Associates
Plaintiff Won

White v. CCO Mortgage
Won on Judgment of default

In Re Richard Arns
Client won

Associations

DuPage County Bar Association
Member
2015 - Present

Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois
Member
2008 - Present

Central District of Illinois Federal Court
Member
2008 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association
Member
2004 - Present

Cook County Bar Association
N/A

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Top Contributor
AVVO top Contributor 2012
2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (49)

Given (39)

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Richard Granvold

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Dec 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Why? Because if you are seeking an attorney, you want one with experience to know your options, one with knowledge to be able to explain to you those options, one who fully explains the answers which his answers on AVVO demonstrate such ability. All of us attorneys who have practiced for many years have seen other attorneys in our field we would never recommend to a friend as their work product shows their inability to advise and then execute. Bankruptcy filing is a huge event in your life. Although you may only care about 2 goals (to discharge all possibly debts and to keep all equity in owned assets), there are other huge issues that can affect a case and the attorney you want will carefully scrutinize those so if those problems exist, he will advise you on such as well as what to do about them! This attorney fulfills that desire of a great experienced attorney. Thus, I endorse him..and suggest you call and discuss your situation with him!"

Hovanes Margarian

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jul 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sean Cleary

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jun 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | May 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

John Phillips

Unknown Attorney | Dec 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Wagman. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"

M. Miller

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Leroi

Litigation Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Wagman is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."

Sergio Cabanas

Unknown Attorney | Aug 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Wagman without reservation. After reviewing his many thoughtful contributions to Avvo, it is apparent that he is very knowledgeable about the law and does a superlative job analyzing legal issues."

Juan Milanes

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jul 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Travis Story

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Lloyd Mann

Unknown Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have read Mr. Wagman's answers to many questions, and his answers are always clear, concise, and correct. Mr. Wagman is a great asset to the AVVO community."

Grzegorz Michalak

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Alicia James

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jeffrey Traylor

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Dec 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Nadine Jett

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Nov 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer's contributions to this site are exceptional."

Gary Bollinger

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Nov 01
Relationship: Other

"Spot on advice is a hallmark of Attorney Wagman."

Griselda Torres

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse this attorney. Marc dedicates so much of his time answering questions on AVVO. I am certain this dedication and advocacy carries over directly into his commitment to his clients."

Jeffrey Hyslip

Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Oct 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've been reading Mr. Wagman's advice on AVVO.com for months now. His positions are well thought out, well written, and very helpful. Based on what I've read, if Mr. Wagman wasn't technically a competitor of mine, I would highly recommend him to any consumer in need of his services."