Atty. Emily Lambright

Atty. Emily Lambright

Emily Lambright focuses her practice on federal taxation, employee benefits and qualified retirement plans, estate and gift tax planning, and tax-exempt organizations and nonprofit law. She is a certified public accountant.

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Profile Summary

About Emily Lambright at a glance

Emily Lambright is a employment attorney based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. Admitted to practice in West Virginia, The West Virginia State Bar. Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 2009) and West Virginia State University (M.B.A, 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2023 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Emily Lambright focuses her practice on federal taxation, employee benefits and qualified retirement plans, estate and gift tax planning, and tax-exempt organizations and nonprofit law
  • She is a certified public accountant
  • Emily represents individuals and businesses by counseling them on income and estate tax issues, business succession planning, entity formation and selection, and transactional tax matters
  • She also provides guidance on benefits matters and executive compensation to clients
  • She received her law degree in 2009 from the West Virginia University College of Law, where she was a member of the Moot Court’s National Team and a recipient of the Order of the Barristers
  • Emily earned her bachelor’s degree and a master’s in business administration degree (MBA) from WVU

Practice Areas Explained

Emily Lambright's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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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 Emily Lambright

Where is Emily Lambright's law office located?
Emily Lambright's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emily Lambright handle?
Emily Lambright focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
Where did Emily Lambright go to law school?
Emily Lambright earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (M.B.A, 1999); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Emily Lambright for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Emily Lambright received?
Emily Lambright's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2023 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2023; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2022.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 2009
M.B.A
West Virginia State University
- 1999
B.A.
West Virginia University
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2023 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law - 2022
- 2026

Bar Admissions

West Virginia, The West Virginia State Bar

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