Atty. John E. Gompers

Atty. John E. Gompers

John E. Gompers is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wills, medical negligence and 18 other areas of law.

Wheeling Wheeling 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (304) 413-1943

Profile Summary

About John E. Gompers at a glance

John E. Gompers is a Member based in Wheeling, West Virginia, practicing at Gompers, McCarthy & McClure. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, residential, trusts, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1977). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1977) and Xavier University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ohio County and West Virginia Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Association for Justice West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Wheeling, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John E. Gompers is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wills, medical negligence and 18 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Gompers, McCarthy & McClure in Wheeling, WV

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Gompers's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Car Accidents

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Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Wrongful Death

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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 Wheeling 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 venue, 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 E. Gompers

Where is John E. Gompers's law office located?
John E. Gompers's law practice is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. The firm is Gompers, McCarthy & McClure. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. Gompers handle?
John E. Gompers focuses on wills, car accidents, residential, trusts, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has John E. Gompers practiced law?
John E. Gompers has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John E. Gompers go to law school?
John E. Gompers earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John E. Gompers for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John E. Gompers received?
John E. Gompers's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1977
B.A.
Xavier University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1977

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