Atty. Thomas Sergent Lilly

Atty. Thomas Sergent Lilly

Thomas Sergent Lilly is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate law, probate and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from The Virginia Military Institute in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Princeton Princeton 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Thomas Sergent Lilly at a glance

Thomas Sergent Lilly is a Member based in Princeton, West Virginia, practicing at Smith, Lilly & Ball, PLLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (inactive) (1968), West Virginia (1968), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1971). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1968) and The Virginia Military Institute (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Mercer County, West Virginia and American Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Princeton, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Sergent Lilly is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate law, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from The Virginia Military Institute in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Thomas practices at Smith, Lilly & Ball, PLLC in Princeton, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Sergent Lilly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Sergent Lilly handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Thomas Sergent Lilly is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Princeton 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 Thomas Sergent Lilly

Where is Thomas Sergent Lilly's law office located?
Thomas Sergent Lilly's law practice is located in Princeton, West Virginia. The firm is Smith, Lilly & Ball, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Sergent Lilly handle?
Thomas Sergent Lilly focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Thomas Sergent Lilly practiced law?
Thomas Sergent Lilly has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Thomas Sergent Lilly go to law school?
Thomas Sergent Lilly earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Thomas Sergent Lilly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Sergent Lilly received?
Thomas Sergent Lilly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1968
B.A.
The Virginia Military Institute
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (inactive)
Admitted: 1968
West Virginia
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1971

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