Atty. Michael E. Kelly

Atty. Michael E. Kelly

Michael E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing chemical, land and natural resource development, state and federal tax and 1 other area of law.

Wheeling Wheeling 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael E. Kelly at a glance

Michael E. Kelly is a trusts, tax, and environmental attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1980), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1980). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1980) and West Virginia University (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wheeling, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing chemical, land and natural resource development, state and federal tax and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in Wheeling, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E. Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael E. Kelly is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in West Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael E. Kelly is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in West Virginia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael E. Kelly is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Michael E. Kelly

Where is Michael E. Kelly's law office located?
Michael E. Kelly's law practice is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E. Kelly handle?
Michael E. Kelly focuses on trusts, tax, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Michael E. Kelly practiced law?
Michael E. Kelly has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael E. Kelly go to law school?
Michael E. Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Political, 1977).
How can I contact Michael E. Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact Michael E. Kelly 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 Michael E. Kelly received?
Michael E. Kelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1980
B.A. Political
West Virginia University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1980

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