Atty. William C. Geary

Atty. William C. Geary

William C. Geary is a lawyer practicing estate planning, torts, real estate and 10 other areas of law.

Petersburg Petersburg 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About William C. Geary at a glance

William C. Geary is a Partner based in Petersburg, West Virginia, practicing at Geary & Geary, LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1962) and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1963). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1962) and University of Notre Dame (B.A. English, 1953). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Massachusetts Judiciary Association. Serands clients in Petersburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William C. Geary is a lawyer practicing estate planning, torts, real estate and 10 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1953, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • William practices at Geary & Geary, LLP in Petersburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

William C. Geary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William C. Geary handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Probate

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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.

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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.

William C. Geary is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in West Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William C. Geary is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Petersburg 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 William C. Geary

Where is William C. Geary's law office located?
William C. Geary's law practice is located in Petersburg, West Virginia. The firm is Geary & Geary, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William C. Geary handle?
William C. Geary focuses on contracts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has William C. Geary practiced law?
William C. Geary has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did William C. Geary go to law school?
William C. Geary earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (B.A. English, 1953).
How can I contact William C. Geary for a consultation?
You can contact William C. Geary 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 William C. Geary received?
William C. Geary's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New England School of Law
- 1962
B.A. English
University of Notre Dame
- 1953

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1963

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