Geoffrey S. Wagner

Geoffrey S. Wagner: Attorney with Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

EXPERIENCE

Geoff Wagner is an equity shareholder in the GMH Litigation Group. He concentrates his practice in the areas of appellate law, commercial litigation, employment law, family law and personal injury. Geoff has an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible ranking for ethical standards and legal ability. He has been named a Top Lawyer by DBusiness Magazine, a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, and a Leading Lawyer by Law Bulletin Media.

Mr. Wagner graduated cum laude from Wayne State University Law School, where he served as Managing Editor of the Journal of Law and Society. He is also a member of the Order of the Coif, the nation’s preeminent law school honor society. Geoff received his undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Boston University, where he played #1 singles and captained the Men’s Tennis Team.

Mr. Wagner is also an accomplished writer. His publications include: The I-864 Affidavit: Practice Pointers for Dealing with a Complex, Confusing and Potentially Very Costly Legal Document, Michigan Family Law Journal (May 2016); and Virtue and Vice: A Reassessment of Gentrification, 7 J.L. Soc’y 271 (2006).

Distinctions

Peer Reviewed

top lawyers

Rising Star

leading lawyers

News / blog

GMH Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2026

Sep 10, 2025 Adam Levitsky, Alexander Lebedinski, Anthony Chubb, Bruce W. Haffey, Courtney Q. Moore, David Occhiuto, Donald K. Warwick, Elizabeth “Liza” Favaro, Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, George A. Contis, Jared Trust, John R. Fleming, Julius H. Giarmarco, Kara S. Ferrara, Katherine Ross, Keela Johnson, Kenneth B. Chapie, LeRoy H. Wulfmeier, III, Matthew S. Weaver, News, Paul A. Thursam, Ryan L. Perry, Samantha Faulkner, Thomas P. Cavanaugh, Timothy J. Mullins, Victoria S. Lehman, William H. Heritage, III, William H. Horton

GMH Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2026GMH is proud to announce that numerous attorneys from our Troy office have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America . These honors...

26 Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers

Aug 29, 2024 Adam Levitsky, Anthony Chubb, Bruce W. Haffey, Dennis M. Rauss, Donald K. Warwick, Elizabeth “Liza” Favaro, Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, George A. Contis, Jared Trust, John A. Anderson, John R. Fleming, Julius H. Giarmarco, Kara S. Ferrara, Katherine Ross, Keela Johnson, Kenneth B. Chapie, Lauren Studley, LeRoy H. Wulfmeier, III, Matthew S. Weaver, News, Paul A. Thursam, Ryan L. Perry, Thomas P. Cavanaugh, Timothy J. Mullins, Victoria S. Lehman, William H. Heritage, III, William H. Horton

26 Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers Award Recipients and Ones to Watch in America August 29, 2024 -- Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to announce that 23 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of...

Wagner Argues in Michigan Supreme Court

Feb 8, 2023 Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, News

On December 8, 2022, Geoffrey S. Wagner argued before the Michigan Supreme Court in Cramer v Transitional Health Service of Wayne (MSC No. 163559). In Cramer, the plaintiff was electrocuted at work, causing her to fall off a ladder. She sought workers’ compensation...

Wagner and Levitsky Win in Court of Appeals

Aug 26, 2021 Adam Levitsky, Firm News, Geoffrey S. Wagner, News

On August 26, 2021, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued a published decision in Cramer v Transitional Health Services of Wayne (Dkt. No. 347806). In Cramer, the Court of Appeals ruled in favor of our client, Transitional Health, and affirmed an earlier decision from...

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Areas of Practice (7)

  • Litigation
  • Family Law
  • Employment & Labor Law
  • Medical Malpractice Defense
  • Municipal & Government
  • Real Estate
  • Police Liability/Excessive Force Matters

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Boston University, B.A., magna cum laude
Law School Attended:
Wayne State University, J.D., cum laude Order of the Coif
Year of First Admission:
2007
Admission:
2007, Michigan; 2007, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan; 2010, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Memberships:

Memberships

•Michigan Association for Justice
•State Bar of Michigan
•Detroit Athletic Club
•Indian Village Tennis Club

Reported Cases:
Select Cases: Nalbandov, et al. v Hammarlund, et al., Case No. 14-144313-NO (Oakland County Circuit Court, 2014) (secured $305,000.00 settlement for minor-plaintiff injured by paintball gun).; Laracey v Weikle, 2017 WL 4699497; Case No. 334194 (Mich. Ct. App. 2017) (whether the lower court abused its discretion by using a steam-lined trial format where the trial judge questioned both parties directly).; McCain v St Clair County, et al., 2018 WL4362052; Case No. 17-2277 (6th Cir. 2018) (whether defendant-nurses were deliberately indifferent to plaintiff-prisoner's medical needs).; Manasher v. NECC Telecomm, 310 Fed. Apx. 804 (6th Cir. 2009) (waiver of right to arbitrate in class action involving allegedly fraudulent billing practices by long distance phone provider); Arnold v. Farm Bureau Gen. Ins. Co., 483 Mich. 1126; 767 N.W.2d 438 (2009) (whether insurer was barred from asserting statute of limitations defense under the doctrine of equitable estoppel); Manasher v. NECC Telecomm, 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 68795 (E.D. Mich. 2007) (incorporation by reference of arbitration clause referenced on paper invoice and located on website); Zapczynski v. Zapczynski, 2009 Mich. App. LEXIS 2468 (Mich. Ct. App. 2009) (whether overvaluation, as opposed to undervaluation, of one's assets renders a prenuptial agreement unenforceable); Hessburg v. Hessburg, 2011 Mich. App. LEXIS 1569 (Mich. Ct. App. 2009) (whether mother's alleged psychological child abuse established proper cause to revisit prior custody order); Hennig v. City of Troy, 2009 Mich App LEXIS 1512 (Mich. Ct. App. 2009) (automobile negligence case arising out of high-speed police chase)
ISLN:
922309502
Hobbies & interests:
Detroit Athletic Club Indian Village Tennis Club

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (14 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/19/15 in Litigation

    I have had the opportunity to work with Geoffrey on a couple of different matters over the years. I have always found him to be very knowledgeable. He has great instincts and is a consummate professional. Lauren Wawrzyniak

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/07/15 in Family Law

    Geoff is a fantastic attorney. His clients love him. Whenever I refer him a client, I only hear rave reviews about his work product.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/13/19 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 07/26/18 in Family Law

    Geoff Wagner brings personal integrity and courtesy into his representation of clients. He demonstrates the ability to find common ground when available and is willing to fight when agreement cannot be reached. He is respected by jurists and fellow... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 01/23/15 in No Fault Automobile Insurance

    I have defended multiple cases brought against my clients by Mr. Wagner on behalf of his clients. I have always found him to be professional, knowledgeable, and courteous in our dealings together.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/15/15 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/07/15 in Automobile Accidents and Injuries

    I have had him on the other side of about seven cases and have found him to be good to deal with and very knowledgeable.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/07/15 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/07/15 in Commercial Litigation

    Geoffrey is an excellent attorney!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/07/15 in Civil Liability

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Location

  • Troy, MI
    Tenth Floor Columbia Center , 101 West Big Beaver Road
    Troy, MI 48084-5280

    248-457-7193 Phone
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