Atty. Douglas A. Cornelius

Atty. Douglas A. Cornelius

Douglas A. Cornelius is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, real estate title.

Clarksburg Clarksburg 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas A. Cornelius at a glance

Douglas A. Cornelius is a Principal based in Clarksburg, West Virginia, practicing at Douglas Cornelius. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on family law, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1985). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1972) and Morris Harvey College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Harrison County and American. Serands clients in Clarksburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Douglas A. Cornelius is a lawyer practicing family law, civil litigation, real estate title
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Morris Harvey College in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas Cornelius in Clarksburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas A. Cornelius's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas A. Cornelius handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Clarksburg 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 Douglas A. Cornelius

Where is Douglas A. Cornelius's law office located?
Douglas A. Cornelius's law practice is located in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The firm is Douglas Cornelius. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas A. Cornelius handle?
Douglas A. Cornelius focuses on family law, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Douglas A. Cornelius practiced law?
Douglas A. Cornelius has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Douglas A. Cornelius go to law school?
Douglas A. Cornelius earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Douglas A. Cornelius for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas A. Cornelius received?
Douglas A. Cornelius's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1972
B.A.
Morris Harvey College
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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