Matthew B. Hansberry

Matthew B. Hansberry, Esq., is a West Virginia attorney whose practice focuses on labor and employment law. He represents individuals and businesses in employment disputes involving wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, wage claims, and workplace policies. His work includes handling matters under laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act. Through careful legal analysis and practical guidance, he helps clients address workplace disputes and protect their rights in challenging employment situations.

Hansberry earned his J.D. from West Virginia University College of Law. His legal education provided a strong foundation in litigation, employment law, and legal advocacy. This academic training supports his work in handling employment-related disputes that require close attention to workplace policies, legal standards, and procedural rules. His background helps him guide clients through employment claims with clear advice and well-prepared legal strategies tailored to the issues involved in each case.

Before opening his own law practice, Hansberry spent many years working in the labor and employment departments of established civil defense firms. That experience gave him substantial insight into employment litigation and workplace legal issues from multiple perspectives. Over time, he built a practice focused on representing clients in matters involving disability discrimination, age discrimination, gender discrimination, racial discrimination, sexual harassment, whistleblower retaliation, and workers’ compensation discrimination, as well as employment agreements and workplace investigations.

Matthew B. Hansberry was admitted to practice law in West Virginia in 2006 and has been recognized for his work in employment litigation. His practice also includes advising on employee handbooks, employment policies, severance agreements, and employment counseling matters. By combining litigation experience with practical workplace knowledge, he helps clients pursue fair outcomes and effective solutions in employment law disputes. His work reflects a commitment to strong advocacy, thoughtful counsel, and dependable representation in labor and employment matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Hansberry & Wagoner, PLLC
• Member, West Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• West Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor of Arts

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