Atty. Robert A. Waters
Robert A. Waters is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Parkersburg, WV · 47+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Waters at a Glance
Robert A. Waters is a Cir. J. based in Parkersburg, West Virginia. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1979). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1979) and West Virginia Wesleyan College (B.A., 1976). Serves clients in Parkersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Waters
- Robert A. Waters is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Robert practices in Parkersburg, WV
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Robert A. Waters's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Waters handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Parkersburg.
Wills in Parkersburg
Robert A. Waters is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in West Virginia →
Criminal Defense in Parkersburg
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Robert A. Waters is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →
Family Law in Parkersburg
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Parkersburg
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert A. Waters is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in West Virginia →
Real Estate Law in Parkersburg
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert A. Waters is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Parkersburg
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 venue, 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.
Parkersburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Parkersburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Parkersburg Choose Robert A. Waters
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert A. Waters's practice in the field of wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Waters brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, criminal defense, and family law, Robert A. Waters can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Parkersburg
A Parkersburg-based practice means Robert A. Waters attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert A. Waters Handles in Parkersburg
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