Atty. Charles C. Wise III

Atty. Charles C. Wise III

Charles C. Wise III is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, extra-contractual / bad faith and coverage litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Morgantown Morgantown 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles C. Wise III at a glance

Charles C. Wise III is a Partner based in Morgantown, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, ip, construction, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1987) and Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Courts of the Northern and South (1988). Educated at West Virginia University (B.A. West, 1972) and West Virginia University College of Law J.D. 1987 Order of the Coif West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Articles Editor West Virginia University College of Law J.D. West Virginia Law (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •West Virginia State Bar •West Virginia Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Morgantown, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Charles C. Wise III is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction litigation, extra-contractual / bad faith and coverage litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Charles C. received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Charles C. practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Morgantown, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Charles C. Wise III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles C. Wise III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Morgantown 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles C. Wise III

Where is Charles C. Wise III's law office located?
Charles C. Wise III's law practice is located in Morgantown, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles C. Wise III handle?
Charles C. Wise III focuses on business, ip, construction, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Charles C. Wise III practiced law?
Charles C. Wise III has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Charles C. Wise III go to law school?
Charles C. Wise III earned their education at (B.A. West, 1972); (—).
How can I contact Charles C. Wise III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles C. Wise III received?
Charles C. Wise III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.A. West
West Virginia University
- 1972
West Virginia University College of Law J.D. 1987 Order of the Coif West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Articles Editor West Virginia University College of Law J.D. West Virginia Law
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1987
Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Courts of the Northern and South
Admitted: 1988

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