Edmund Wagoner is a civil litigator with extensive experience across complex civil matters, with a primary focus on oil and gas litigation, personal injury, wrongful death, and commercial disputes. His practice is shaped by a unique background that includes representing major corporations, hospital systems, nursing home chains, retailers, and oil and gas producers early in his career, as well as performing oil and gas real estate work for producers throughout Appalachia.
Since 2012, Edmund has represented mineral owners, small businesses, and individuals in lawsuits against oil and gas companies, hospitals, insurance carriers, and corporate defendants. His firsthand knowledge of how these entities operate gives his clients a significant advantage in litigation.
He regularly handles cases involving:
Edmund is driven by a deep belief in the importance of the civil justice system. After years in large‑firm practice, he chose to represent individuals and small businesses so he could advocate for clients whose voices are often overshadowed by corporate influence. He values the power of the jury system and considers it a privilege to stand up for clients in court.
Although Edmund began his career representing large oil and gas and insurance companies, he quickly realized his work belonged with the people those companies often overlook. Today, he uses that inside knowledge to help West Virginians, mineral owners, and families stand up to corporate defendants and insurance carriers.
He also represents individuals and families harmed by serious injuries, including vehicle accidents, medical negligence, workplace incidents, and wrongful death.
Understanding mineral rights and navigating oil and gas leases can be overwhelming. When large companies seek to extract and profit from the resources beneath your property, you deserve to be treated fairly and compensated appropriately.
Edmund reviews lease offers, negotiates fair agreements, and protects clients from being shortchanged. His years of experience working inside the oil and gas industry give him valuable insight into how companies structure agreements to their advantage.
He also helps families and individuals pursue justice after serious injuries, wrongful death, or corporate negligence. Whether the issue involves a drilling‑site injury, a defective product, a medical error, or a catastrophic vehicle accident, Edmund works to secure the compensation clients need to move forward.
Edmund takes cases he believes in and works closely with clients to understand their goals, gather evidence, and build strong claims. Whether negotiating a settlement or taking a case to trial, he fights to ensure his clients receive the justice and respect they deserve.
He approaches each case with a practical mindset: resolving matters efficiently when possible, and litigating aggressively when the opposing party is unreasonable or unwilling to negotiate in good faith.
Edmund has litigated cases in most Circuit Courts in West Virginia, as well as in federal courts in West Virginia, Ohio, and Western Pennsylvania.
West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, District of Columbia
Outside the office, Edmund is a father, husband, and lifelong West Virginian who enjoys hiking, fishing, repairing classic trucks, snowboarding, and spending time outdoors with his family. He values personal interactions, strong advocacy, and tailored legal solutions for every client.
If you need help with an oil and gas dispute, personal injury, or wrongful death matter, Edmund is here to guide you through the process and protect your rights.
Contact Hansberry & Wagoner, PLLC at (304) 814‑4989 to schedule a consultation.
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