West Virginia residents facing domestic violence issues have access to attorneys who specialize in protective orders, restraining orders, safety planning, criminal defense for DV charges, and child custody in DV situations. The legal framework in West Virginia differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Circuit Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern domestic violence cases in this jurisdiction.

The statute of limitations for domestic violence matters in West Virginia is generally 2 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Circuit Court, and West Virginia's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The West Virginia State Bar sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on domestic violence in West Virginia bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

When selecting a domestic violence attorney in West Virginia, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Circuit Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout West Virginia and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to domestic violence law in West Virginia to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across West Virginia.

Scott C - Attorney
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Scott C. Brown Law Office
 1600 National Rd Wheeling WV 26003
(304) 242-6001
West Virginia University College of Law (1993)
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Sandra Kinney - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Henson Kinney Law, PLLC
 105 Capitol Street Ste. 300 Charleston WV 25301
(304) 693-2820
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington (1990)
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Holly Dawn Turkett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 421 Fairmont Ave Fairmont WV 26554
(304) 363-4529
West Virginia University College of Law (2002)
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Jim Carey - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Carey & Stewart, PLLC
 3169 Main Street Weirton WV 26062
(304) 914-3577
West Virginia University College of Law (1991)
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Estate Planning
Cinda Scales - Attorney
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Scales Law Office
 314 W John St Martinsburg WV 25401
(304) 267-9090
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law (1986)
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Divorce Domestic Violence
Roger A. Isla - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Isla Law Offices
 3618 West Street Weirton WV 26062
(304) 914-3573
Duquesne University School of Law (1989)
English, Spanish
Ohio Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Criminal Law
Kirk H. Bottner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bottner & Skillman, Attorneys at Law
 P.O. Box 344 Charles Town WV 25414
West Virginia University College of Law (1993)
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Divorce
Amanda Lewis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The HUB
 PO Box 2942 Martinsburg WV 25402
(304) 262-3194
Ohio Northern University (1990)
American Sign Language
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Consumer Law Divorce
Nathan T. Bennett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bennett Law
 P.O. Box 610 Petersburg WV 26847
(304) 851-8531
West Virginia University College of Law
English
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Lawrence Sherman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 255 West Main Street P.O. Box 1810 Romney WV 26757
(304) 822-4740
West Virginia University College of Law
English
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Divorce
Harley Wagner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Wagner Law Office
 55 Meridian Pkwy #102 Martinsburg WV 25404
(304) 901-7400
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (1992)
English
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
Robby Long - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO Box 128 Hurricane WV 25526
(304) 416-5664
West Virginia University College of Law
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
John M. Butler - Attorney
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John M. Butler
 P. O. Box 700 St. Marys WV 26170
(304) 684-9258
West Virginia University (1981)
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
Mr. J. Burton Hunter III - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
J Burton Hunter III, AND Assocs, PLLC
 1 West Main St. Buckhannon WV 26201
(304) 472-7477
West Virginia University College of Law (1969)
English, Latin
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Michelle Johnson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Johnson Law Office, PLLC
 12074 Winfield Road, Suite C Winfield WV 25213
(304) 768-5291
West Virginia University College of Law
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law
Jay William Gerber Jr - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Office of Jay W. Gerber, Jr., PLLC
 813 Grand Central Avenue Vienna WV 26105
(681) 229-1334
West Virginia University Institute of Technology (2001)
Bar #9663
4th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
Trena Marie Williams - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 217 E 3rd Street Weston WV 26452
(304) 517-1460
West Virginia University College of Law (2002)
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
Shannon Thomas - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 456 Center Ave Weston WV 26452
(304) 269-0370
West Virginia University College of Law (1993)
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Domestic Violence Estate Planning
Brenden D. Long - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 PO Box 629 Scott Depot WV 25560
(304) 941-6900
Duquesne University School of Law (2001)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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