Caila Wagar brings a deep understanding of healthcare systems and policy to her legal practice, combining advanced training in public health with her legal education. She approaches healthcare matters with analytical rigor and practical insight, helping clients navigate complex regulatory and business challenges.
Caila advises clients on a range of healthcare matters, including regulatory compliance, policy interpretation, and organizational guidance. She draws on her experience in healthcare research and legal externships to provide practical, well-rounded solutions that align with client goals.
Calia serves as a Barnes & Thornburg AI Practice Champion, one of nearly 40 attorneys across the firm designated to advance the practical use of AI within their practice group and help translate the firm's AI strategy into day-to-day client work.
Before joining Barnes & Thornburg, Caila served as a summer associate with the firm and gained hands-on experience as a legal extern with a healthcare organization, where she focused on regulatory and policy issues.
Credentials
Education
- University at Buffalo (SUNY) School of Law, J.D., 2025, Buffalo Law Review Publications Editor
- Johns Hopkins University, MPH, Health Systems and Policy, 2023
- University of Pittsburgh, B.S., Biology/Biological Sciences, magna cum laude