Atty. Robert Lewis Bays

Atty. Robert Lewis Bays

Robert Lewis Bays is a lawyer practicing condemnation and eminent domain, construction law, construction litigation and 10 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Robert Lewis Bays at a glance

Robert Lewis Bays is a Partner based in Parkersburg, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, workers comp, and zoning. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1976) and Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern (1977). Educated at The Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Miami University B.A. cum laude Miami University B.A. 1973 Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Ohio State Bar Association •Washington County. Serands clients in Parkersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Lewis Bays is a lawyer practicing condemnation and eminent domain, construction law, construction litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Robert practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Parkersburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Lewis Bays's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Robert Lewis Bays is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Robert Lewis Bays is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in West Virginia →

Land Use & Zoning

Robert Lewis Bays is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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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Common questions about Robert Lewis Bays

Where is Robert Lewis Bays's law office located?
Robert Lewis Bays'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 Robert Lewis Bays handle?
Robert Lewis Bays focuses on trusts, business, real estate, workers comp, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Robert Lewis Bays practiced law?
Robert Lewis Bays has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert Lewis Bays go to law school?
Robert Lewis Bays earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (—).
How can I contact Robert Lewis Bays for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Lewis Bays received?
Robert Lewis Bays's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University College of Law
- 1976
Miami University B.A. cum laude Miami University B.A. 1973 Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1976
Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern
Admitted: 1977

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