John graduated from St. Edward High School and continued his education at Bowling Green University. He then moved to Cincinnati and attended Salmon P. Chase College of Law, while working as an Insurance Adjuster. After law school, he continued to work as a Claims Attorney until 1976 when he moved back to Berea to practice law with his Father, John J. Wargo, Sr. This move resulted in the formation of Wargo and Wargo Co., L.P.A. During his career John has successfully represented victims of personal injuries and medical malpractice, auto dealerships, commercial and individual businesses, and numerous clients in probate, guardianship, and real estate matters. He has secured million dollar settlements against major hospitals as well as million dollar awards for accident victims. In October of 2016, after a lengthy jury trial, John successfully obtained a $1.3 Million punitive damage award against Giant Eagle, Inc. This punitive award was the first in the country against Giant Eagle.
