Atty. William Harris Scharf

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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About William Harris Scharf at a glance

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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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

William Harris Scharf's Areas of Practice

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

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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William Harris Scharf is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Harris Scharf

Where is William Harris Scharf's law office located?
William Harris Scharf's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is William H. Scharf PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Harris Scharf handle?
William Harris Scharf focuses on estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has William Harris Scharf practiced law?
William Harris Scharf has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William Harris Scharf go to law school?
William Harris Scharf earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact William Harris Scharf for a consultation?
You can contact William Harris Scharf 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 Harris Scharf received?
William Harris Scharf's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1971
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973
Ohio
Admitted: 1975
West Virginia
Admitted: 1979

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