Atty. James Thomas Kratovil
James Thomas Kratovil is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, bankruptcy law and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Point Park College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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James Thomas Kratovil is a Member based in Charles Town, West Virginia, practicing at Kratovil & Amore PLLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at California Western University (J.D., 1976) and Point Park College (B.A. Political, 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Maryland State Bar West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Charles Town, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Thomas Kratovil is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal law, bankruptcy law and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Point Park College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- James practices at Kratovil & Amore PLLC in Charles Town, WV
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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 Kratovil is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James Thomas Kratovil is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James Thomas Kratovil is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in West Virginia →
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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 Charles Town 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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