Atty. Carl E. Hostler

Atty. Carl E. Hostler

Carl E. Hostler is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, employment & labor and 2 other areas of law.

Scott Depot Scott Depot 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (681) 781-4659

Profile Summary

About Carl E. Hostler at a glance

Carl E. Hostler is a criminal defense, employment, ssd, securities, and civil rights attorney based in Scott Depot, West Virginia. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1989) and North Carolina (Inactive) (1998). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1984). Serves clients in Scott Depot, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carl E. Hostler is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, employment & labor and 2 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Carl practices in Scott Depot, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Carl E. Hostler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl E. Hostler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Carl E. Hostler is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Carl E. Hostler is one of 24,024 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in West Virginia →

Securities Law

Carl E. Hostler is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Carl E. Hostler is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scott Depot are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl E. Hostler

Where is Carl E. Hostler's law office located?
Carl E. Hostler's law practice is located in Scott Depot, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl E. Hostler handle?
Carl E. Hostler focuses on criminal defense, employment, ssd, securities, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Carl E. Hostler practiced law?
Carl E. Hostler has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Carl E. Hostler go to law school?
Carl E. Hostler earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Carl E. Hostler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1984

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1989
North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1998

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