Mariah A Wagar

Mariah A Wagar

4.2
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Car accident Lawyer at Kennewick, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation ... +4 more

309 N. Delaware St., Kennewick, WA

About Mariah

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Smart Law Offices

309 N. Delaware St., Kennewick, WA, 99336

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Mariah A Wagar's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Kati | November 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Never

I was assigned Ms.Wagar by the courts as a court appointed attorney. Ms.Wagar was unreachable by phone and when I tried to make an appointment to meet with her, I was not allowed to do so. I had 4 court dates, each was continued to 3-4 weeks out. Ms. Wagar not one time consulted with me or even spok...e to me other than inside the courtroom. No attempt to obtain my story or ask my wishes for the case. The final straw was a court date that I arrived for to find she forgot I was on the docket and didn't bring my file. After a very public discussion at the bar of the courtroom during open court, I was promised the ability to make an appointment. My first and only meeting with Ms. Wagar outside of the courtroom was very unprofessional. She was rude, disrespectful and argumentative. Luckily her law partner intervened decided there was a conflict of interest and asked the courts to be removed as counsel.

Posted by Tiffany | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

From the moment I sat with Mariah for my consult she made me feel welcomed and at home. She started the process and I never had to worry about a thing. Mariah was quick and efficient.

Posted by DeAnne | July 4, 2015

Excellent Lawyer!

Mariah represented us in a civil case that was handled quickly and expertly. She was very knowledgeable and gave us good advice along the way. Her paralegal was also amazing and kept us well informed. I would highly recommend Mariah.

Posted by Dave | July 10, 2013

Power house attorney

Mariah is another Erin Brockovich ! She battled a big firm representing a big company and beat them in their own game. Her persistence, knowledge, research, and willingness to work hard won the case. She was very good about keeping me informed. I highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | November 27, 2012

Professional and very easy to work with

Mariah Wagar represented me in an auto accident case. In addition to being professional and very capable, it's obvious that she truly cares about her clients. She was very thorough, she listened, she was in regular contact throughout the entire process, and she was very responsive to any questions ...that I had. I am very thankful to have worked with her and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to any friends or family who are looking for representation.

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Mariah A Wagar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jared Paulsen

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mariah is professional and well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Kreutz

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mariah is an outstanding advocate for her clients."

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Ryan Swinburnson

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mariah Wagar is both very professional and effective. Her reputation is beyond reproach, and I give my full endorsement of her as a person and an attorney."

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Kristina McKennon

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Excellent and capable insurance defense attorney."

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Catherine Harkins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Swinburnson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

2013 Super Lawyers Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers

2012

2012 Super Lawyers Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Smart Law Offices

2014 - 2016

Partner, Harkins Swinburnson & Wagar, PLLC

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Flynn Merriman McKennon, PS

2006 - 2012

Partner, Miller, Mertens, Comfort, Wagar & Kreutz, PLLC

2005 - 2006

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Benton County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society (Columbia River Chapter)

President

2006 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington

Member

2005 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Washington State Association for Justice

Co-Chair of Tri-Cities Roundtable

2012 - 2013

Kennewick High School Mock Trial Team

Coach

Sample of Legal Cases

Traumatic Brain Injury Settlement

$3.5 Million

Chronic Beryllium Worker's Comp Case

Claim accepted

Car Accident Involving Pregnant Mother

$175,000

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Education

2005

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Magna Cum Laude

2002

Washington State University

BA - Magna Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2012

Where there's a Will, there's a Way

Estate Planning

Activity

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