West Virginia residents facing probate issues have access to attorneys who specialize in estate administration, will contests, trust disputes, guardianship, and conservatorship proceedings. 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 probate cases in this jurisdiction.

The statute of limitations for probate matters in West Virginia is generally 10 years written, 5 years oral, 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 probate in West Virginia bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right probate attorney in West Virginia means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

For a detailed overview of how probate law works in West Virginia — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to probate law in West Virginia. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Howard Mark Everett - Attorney
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Mark Everett, Attorney at Law, PLLC
 1756F Mileground Rd Morgantown WV 26505
(304) 284-9111
West Virginia University College of Law (2003)
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
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
C. Page Hamrick III - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Lawyer at Law, Charleston WV
 1550 Kanawha Blvd. East Charleston WV 25311
(304) 345-8283
Marshall University (1979)
Bar #1566
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Divorce Estate Planning
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
J. Tanner James - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
James Legal, PLLC
 1620 Locust Ave Suite 200 Fairmont WV 26554
(304) 504-7675
University of Kentucky College of Law (2008)
English
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Intellectual Property Probate
P. Zachary Stewart - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Carey & Stewart, PLLC
 3169 Main Street Weirton WV 26062
(304) 914-3577
Michigan State University College of Law (2007)
English
Pennsylvania Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Employment Law
Bridgette Wilson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Busch, Zurbuch & Thompson, PLLC
 26 High Street P.O. Box 1819 Elkins WV 26241
(304) 636-3560
West Virginia University College of Law (1993)
English
West Virginia Bar
Active License
Business Law Construction Law Estate Planning
Woodrow Turner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 17460 Veterans Memorial Hwy (across from Wal-Mart) Kingwood WV 26537
(304) 329-0773
West Virginia University College of Law (2001)
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Divorce
Gerald Lacy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 103 Pennsylvania Avenue Charleston WV 25302
(304) 741-5565
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Insurance Claims Personal Injury
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
Richard Gay - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 11 N. Washington Street, 2nd. Fl. Bath (Berkeley Springs) WV 25411
(304) 258-1966
West Virginia Bar
Unknown Status
Probate Real Estate Law
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