MARK WAGNER JR.
COUNSEL
Education
- Albany Law School
- SUNY Albany
- SUNY Geneseo
Fun Facts
- Serves soft-serve cones at his ice cream shop in Colonie, NY.
- Sommelier in training at his Waterford liquor store.
- Avid gardener and landscaper with magazine-worthy aspirations.
About
As Counsel at The West Firm, Mark J. Wagner Jr. provides comprehensive legal guidance in administrative, corporate, and real estate law, with a strong focus on financial and regulatory matters. He advises clients ranging from businesses and nonprofit organizations to financial institutions and private lenders, helping them navigate complex transactions, governance issues, and compliance challenges. His practice includes drafting and negotiating agreements that balance legal protection with business objectives.
Mark also represents clients in disputes involving contracts, commercial real estate, and regulatory oversight. His litigation experience enhances his ability to anticipate issues in transactional work and provide strategies that reduce risk. Known for combining legal precision with a business-minded perspective, Mark offers clients practical solutions that help them move forward confidently in regulated and competitive industries.
Awards & Affilations
Albany Law School of Union University, Juris Doctor, cum lade
State University of New York, University at Albany, Master of Business of Administration, cum lade
State University of New York, College at Geneseo, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, cum lade
Education & Credentials
Named Rising Star by New York Super Lawyers for the Upstate area in 2018, 2019, and from 2021 to 2025.
Recognized as a 40 Under 40 honoree by the Albany Business Review
Practice Areas & Industries
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Mark represents clients before state and federal agencies, advising on compliance, licensing, and permitting issues that affect operations and growth.
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He counsels financial institutions, private lenders, and borrowers on structuring, documenting, and negotiating commercial loans and financing transactions.
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Mark advises businesses on governance, contract negotiations, restructurings, and transactions, aligning legal strategy with organizational goals.
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He represents clients in purchases, sales, leasing, and development projects, offering legal support to move transactions efficiently and securely.
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