Atty. John C. Geary

Atty. John C. Geary

John C. Geary is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Petersburg Petersburg 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About John C. Geary at a glance

John C. Geary is a Member based in Petersburg, West Virginia, practicing at Geary & Geary, LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1997) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2001). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1997) and University of Massachusetts (B.S. Business, 1987). Active member of Real Estate Bar Association. Serands clients in Petersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John C. Geary is a lawyer practicing business, bankruptcy & debt, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices at Geary & Geary, LLP in Petersburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Geary's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

John C. Geary is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in West Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

John C. Geary is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

John C. Geary is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Petersburg 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 John C. Geary

Where is John C. Geary's law office located?
John C. Geary's law practice is located in Petersburg, West Virginia. The firm is Geary & Geary, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Geary handle?
John C. Geary focuses on personal injury, family law, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has John C. Geary practiced law?
John C. Geary has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John C. Geary go to law school?
John C. Geary earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Business, 1987).
How can I contact John C. Geary for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1997
B.S. Business
University of Massachusetts
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2001

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