Hansberry & Wagoner, PLLC

Hansberry & Wagoner, PLLC is a Morgantown-based firm representing West Virginians in personal injury, employment law, civil litigation, and mineral rights matters. With a 5-star rating across 115 reviews and founder Matt Hansberry recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for four consecutive years, the firm handles cases other attorneys decline and prioritizes working people's interests.

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Hansberry & Wagoner, PLLC is a Morgantown-based law firm dedicated to representing West Virginians in personal injury, employment law, civil litigation, and mineral rights matters. With a 5-star rating across 115 client reviews, the firm has built a reputation for taking on cases other attorneys decline and delivering results that prioritize fairness and respect for working people.

Matt Hansberry, recognized by "The Best Lawyers in America" publication for four consecutive years in labor and employment litigation, leads the firm with nearly two decades of experience resolving complex business and work-related disputes. His practice encompasses employment discrimination, workplace disputes, contract disagreements, and other labor-law challenges. When unfair employment practices disrupt careers and livelihoods, Hansberry & Wagoner fights to restore what clients have lost.

The firm's personal injury practice serves accident victims, those harmed by negligence, and families pursuing wrongful death claims. Attorneys at the firm focus on securing the compensation clients deserve, responding to inquiries within an hour and remaining available around the clock to address urgent legal needs.

A significant portion of Hansberry & Wagoner's work involves representing West Virginia landowners in oil, gas, and mineral rights negotiations and disputes. Landowners often face pressure from large corporations seeking to lease or extract coal, oil, or gas from their property. The firm reviews contracts to ensure fair compensation not only for mineral rights but also for damages to timber, crops, and property value. By holding corporations accountable, Hansberry & Wagoner helps families understand West Virginia drilling and leasing agreements and negotiate terms that truly protect their interests.

The firm also handles civil disputes, including breach of contract and other civil litigation matters. Attorneys work to provide clear legal answers and tailored solutions to the unique challenges each client faces.

Client testimonials highlight the firm's responsiveness and commitment to cases deemed too small or risky by larger practices. Clients describe attorneys—including Eddie Wagoner—as intelligent, diligent, and genuinely invested in maximizing case outcomes. The firm's willingness to find creative solutions and to help clients understand their rights, even in complicated negotiations, sets it apart.

Hansberry & Wagoner operates as an accessible legal resource for West Virginians across the state. Available 24/7 for consultations, the firm welcomes inquiries from those facing employment disputes, recovering from injuries, or protecting their land and mineral rights.

Overview compiled from the firm's website