Atty. William Harris Scharf
William Harris Scharf is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation. William received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years.
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William Harris Scharf is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at William H. Scharf PLLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on estate planning and tax. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1971), U.S. Tax Court (1973), Ohio (1975), and West Virginia (1979). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1971) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of West Virginia State Bar (Chairman, Probate Committee, 1987-1990) West Virginia and American Bar Association. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- William Harris Scharf is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation
- William received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years
- William practices at William H. Scharf PLLC in Charleston, WV
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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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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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 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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