Atty. Charles A. Shields
Charles A. Shields is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law, domestic relations law and 1 other area of law.
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Charles A. Shields is an Off. of the Prosecuting Atty. based in Fairmont, West Virginia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1987). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1987) and Marshall University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Fairmont, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Charles A. Shields is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law, domestic relations law and 1 other area of law
- Charles received a B.S. degree from Marshall University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Charles practices in Fairmont, WV
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Charles A. Shields's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles A. Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Charles A. Shields is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Charles A. Shields is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Charles A. Shields is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in West Virginia →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Charles A. Shields is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Fairmont 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 andnue, 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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