Atty. James Thomas Carey

Atty. James Thomas Carey

James Thomas Carey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, slip and fall and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wheeling Jesuit College in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Weirton Weirton 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About James Thomas Carey at a glance

James Thomas Carey is a Principal based in Weirton, West Virginia, practicing at Carey & Stewart, PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1995), Pennsylvania (1995), and Ohio (1996). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1994) and Wheeling Jesuit College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of West Virginia Bar Associations. Serands clients in Weirton, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Thomas Carey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, slip and fall and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wheeling Jesuit College in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices at Carey & Stewart, PLLC in Weirton, WV

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas Carey's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

James Thomas Carey is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in West Virginia →

Personal Injury

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.

James Thomas Carey is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

Family Law

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

James Thomas Carey is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in West Virginia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Thomas Carey is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Weirton 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 James Thomas Carey

Where is James Thomas Carey's law office located?
James Thomas Carey's law practice is located in Weirton, West Virginia. The firm is Carey & Stewart, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas Carey handle?
James Thomas Carey focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has James Thomas Carey practiced law?
James Thomas Carey has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James Thomas Carey go to law school?
James Thomas Carey earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James Thomas Carey for a consultation?
You can contact James Thomas Carey 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 James Thomas Carey received?
James Thomas Carey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Wheeling Jesuit College
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1995
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1995
Ohio
Admitted: 1996

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