Atty. John Naif Ellem

Atty. John Naif Ellem

John Naif Ellem is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy & debt, consumer protection and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Wheeling Jesuit University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Parkersburg Parkersburg 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Naif Ellem at a glance

John Naif Ellem is a Member based in Parkersburg, West Virginia, practicing at Ellem Law Office. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1992), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1992), and Ohio (1994). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1992) and Wheeling Jesuit University (B.S. Economics, 1989). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Wood County, Ohio State and American Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Parkersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Naif Ellem is a lawyer practicing personal injury, bankruptcy & debt, consumer protection and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Wheeling Jesuit University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Ellem Law Office in Parkersburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

John Naif Ellem's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Naif Ellem 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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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

John Naif Ellem is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Naif Ellem is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in West Virginia →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

John Naif Ellem is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer 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 Parkersburg 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 Naif Ellem

Where is John Naif Ellem's law office located?
John Naif Ellem's law practice is located in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The firm is Ellem Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Naif Ellem handle?
John Naif Ellem focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, bankruptcy, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has John Naif Ellem practiced law?
John Naif Ellem has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Naif Ellem go to law school?
John Naif Ellem earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Economics, 1989).
How can I contact John Naif Ellem for a consultation?
You can contact John Naif Ellem 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 John Naif Ellem received?
John Naif Ellem's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1992
B.S. Economics
Wheeling Jesuit University
- 1989

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1992
Ohio
Admitted: 1994

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