Atty. Joseph L. Caltrider

Atty. Joseph L. Caltrider

Joseph L. Caltrider is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, extra-contractual / bad faith and coverage litigation, estate planning and 8 other areas of law.

Martinsburg Martinsburg 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Joseph L. Caltrider at a glance

Joseph L. Caltrider is a Partner based in Martinsburg, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, employment, and zoning. Admitted to practice in West Virginia U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia U.S. Cou (1995). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law J.D. 1995 Order of Barristers West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Lugar Moot Trial Association West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Na (—) and Swarthmore College B.A. 1992 Varsity Football (—). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Insurance Law Committee, Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •West Virginia Bar Association •Eastern Panhandle Bar Association •Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia. Serands clients in Martinsburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph L. Caltrider is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, extra-contractual / bad faith and coverage litigation, estate planning and 8 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Joseph practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Martinsburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph L. Caltrider's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph L. Caltrider handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Joseph L. Caltrider is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in West Virginia →

Trusts

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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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Martinsburg 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 Joseph L. Caltrider

Where is Joseph L. Caltrider's law office located?
Joseph L. Caltrider's law practice is located in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph L. Caltrider handle?
Joseph L. Caltrider focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, employment, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Joseph L. Caltrider practiced law?
Joseph L. Caltrider has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Joseph L. Caltrider go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph L. Caltrider received?
Joseph L. Caltrider's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

West Virginia University College of Law J.D. 1995 Order of Barristers West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Lugar Moot Trial Association West Virginia University College of Law J.D. Na
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Swarthmore College B.A. 1992 Varsity Football
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Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

West Virginia U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia U.S. Cou
Admitted: 1995

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