Atty. Matthew Gilbert Chapman

Atty. Matthew Gilbert Chapman

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, health care law, products liability and 13 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Wheeling Wheeling 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Gilbert Chapman at a glance

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and employment attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (2010), Ohio United States District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia United States District (2013), and Pennsylvania (2019). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 2010) and West Virginia University (B.A., 2006). Serands clients in Wheeling, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Gilbert Chapman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, health care law, products liability and 13 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Matthew practices in Wheeling, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Gilbert Chapman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Gilbert Chapman 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.

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in West Virginia →

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.

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in West Virginia →

Employment Law

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

Matthew Gilbert Chapman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 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 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 Matthew Gilbert Chapman

Where is Matthew Gilbert Chapman's law office located?
Matthew Gilbert Chapman's law practice is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Gilbert Chapman handle?
Matthew Gilbert Chapman focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Matthew Gilbert Chapman practiced law?
Matthew Gilbert Chapman has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Matthew Gilbert Chapman go to law school?
Matthew Gilbert Chapman earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2006).
How can I contact Matthew Gilbert Chapman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 2010
B.A.
West Virginia University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 2010
Ohio United States District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia United States District
Admitted: 2013
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2019

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