Atty. Paul Lee Hicks

Atty. Paul Lee Hicks

Paul Lee Hicks is a lawyer practicing advance directives, asset protection planning, business and corporate and 17 other areas of law. Paul received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Parkersburg Parkersburg 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Paul Lee Hicks at a glance

Paul Lee Hicks is an Attorney based in Parkersburg, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on wills, irs, formation, trusts, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1997), Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia (1997), Ohio Ohio Supreme Court of Appeals (2003), and Kentucky (2008). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and West Virginia University (B.S. Accounting, 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Affiliations •West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Parkersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Lee Hicks is a lawyer practicing advance directives, asset protection planning, business and corporate and 17 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Paul practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Parkersburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Lee Hicks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Lee Hicks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Paul Lee Hicks is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in West Virginia →

IRS Disputes & Audits

Paul Lee Hicks is one of 2,917 irs attorneys indexed nationally. Browse irs attorneys in West Virginia →

Business Formation

Paul Lee Hicks is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in West Virginia →

Trusts

Paul Lee Hicks is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

Paul Lee Hicks is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Paul Lee Hicks

Where is Paul Lee Hicks's law office located?
Paul Lee Hicks's law practice is located in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Lee Hicks handle?
Paul Lee Hicks focuses on wills, irs, formation, trusts, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Paul Lee Hicks practiced law?
Paul Lee Hicks has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Paul Lee Hicks go to law school?
Paul Lee Hicks earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Accounting, 1985).
How can I contact Paul Lee Hicks for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Lee Hicks 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 Paul Lee Hicks received?
Paul Lee Hicks's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1997
B.S. Accounting
West Virginia University
- 1985

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1997
Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Admitted: 1997
Ohio Ohio Supreme Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2003
Kentucky
Admitted: 2008
Kentucky Supreme Court U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2008
South Carolina Supreme Court
Admitted: 2011
South Carolina
Admitted: 2011

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