A Minority-Owned Law Firm
Litigation & Business Transaction Law
Serving the Metro East & Chicago
Illinois Business and
Insurance Defense Attorney
Clayborne & Wagner LLP is a certified minority-owned litigation and business transaction law firm located in the Metro East and Chicago area. Our law firm is comprised of seasoned, diverse practitioners with decades as partners in a national law firm. Our practice is divided into litigation and commercial transactions. Our clients include local, regional and Fortune 500 Corporations such as banks, manufacturers and retailers, transportation companies, public utilities and national insurance companies. We also represent governmental clients such as municipalities and school districts. Our attorneys have developed highly specialized capabilities in their dedicated practice areas and are recognized by their peers as leaders in their fields.
General Liability
Our Litigation Practice includes Commercial Litigation and General Liability Litigation to keep your business safe from frivolous suits.
Commercial Services
Our Commercial Services Practice covers many basic business legal needs such as construction and commercial transactions, real estate/land use, and business formation.
Government Services
We represents businesses and individuals seeking to resolve issues or further interests related to state and local laws and policies.
Equine Law Services
We have the knowledge and experience to handle your equestrian case. From personal injury claims to contract breaches and lease development, our equine law team is well-versed in both horse litigation and transaction services.
Firm News
The Benefits of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for Illinois Communities and Developers
As communities across Illinois strive to revitalize neighborhoods, attract new businesses, and improve local infrastructure, one financial tool has proven to be consistently effective: Tax Increment Financing (TIF)....
Unlocking Growth and Revitalization: Tax Increment Financing (TIF) in Illinois
At Clayborne & Wagner LLP, we recognize the transformative power of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as a powerful tool for community development, job creation, and revitalization. For municipalities and investors in...
James Clayborne to Speak at Alternative Investment & DealConnect Summit
Clayborne & Wagner is proud to announce that James Clayborne, minority owner of the firm and former Senate Majority Leader of the Illinois State Senate, will be featured as a speaker at the Private Markets Insider...
Contact Us Today
We offer new non-equine clients a free 15-minute phone evaluation with our legal team for general inquiries. Schedule an evaluation with our experienced lawyers by calling our office in Belleville at 618.239.0187. If you are a new equine client, please visit our Equine Law Services page for more information.