Atty. Robert Hampton Akers

Atty. Robert Hampton Akers

Robert Hampton Akers is a lawyer practicing products liability, toxic torts, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Charleston Charleston 22 Years Experience 22 year
Call (681) 781-5125

Profile Summary

About Robert Hampton Akers at a glance

Robert Hampton Akers is a Partner based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia U.S. District Court, Northern (2004) and Kentucky (2013). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 2004) and Colgate University (B.A. History, 2001). Active member of West Virginia State Bar Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Hampton Akers is a lawyer practicing products liability, toxic torts, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Robert practices at Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Hampton Akers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Hampton Akers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

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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.

Robert Hampton Akers is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

Product Liability

Robert Hampton Akers is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Charleston 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Hampton Akers

Where is Robert Hampton Akers's law office located?
Robert Hampton Akers's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Thomas Combs & Spann, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Hampton Akers handle?
Robert Hampton Akers focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Robert Hampton Akers practiced law?
Robert Hampton Akers has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Robert Hampton Akers go to law school?
Robert Hampton Akers earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. History, 2001).
How can I contact Robert Hampton Akers for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 2004
B.A. History
Colgate University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

West Virginia U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia U.S. District Court, Northern
Admitted: 2004
Kentucky
Admitted: 2013

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