Atty. Douglas C. McElwee

Atty. Douglas C. McElwee

Douglas C. McElwee is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, energy/environment and 3 other areas of law.

Charleston Charleston 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas C. McElwee at a glance

Douglas C. McElwee is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Robinson & McElwee PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and environmental. Admitted to practice in West Virginia United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of West Virginia United States Bankr (1983) and Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia (1983). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1983) and Hampden-Sydney College (B.A. Economics, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kanawha County Bar Association West Virginia Bar Association. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas C. McElwee is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, energy/environment and 3 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Hampden-Sydney College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Douglas practices at Robinson & McElwee PLLC in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas C. McElwee's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 Charleston 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 C. McElwee

Where is Douglas C. McElwee's law office located?
Douglas C. McElwee's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Robinson & McElwee PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas C. McElwee handle?
Douglas C. McElwee focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Douglas C. McElwee practiced law?
Douglas C. McElwee has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Douglas C. McElwee go to law school?
Douglas C. McElwee earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Economics, 1980).
How can I contact Douglas C. McElwee for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas C. McElwee directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas C. McElwee received?
Douglas C. McElwee's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1983
B.A. Economics
Hampden-Sydney College
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of West Virginia United States Bankr
Admitted: 1983
Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Admitted: 1983

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