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Atty. William R. Metzner

Atty. William R. Metzner

William R. Metzner is a lawyer practicing estate administration, personal injury, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law.

Wheeling Wheeling 61 yrs experience 61 year
Call (304) 907-1533 Book Appointment

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About William R. Metzner at a glance

William R. Metzner is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and real estate attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1965). Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1965) and University of Cincinnati B.B.A. (—). Serands clients in Wheeling, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William R. Metzner is a lawyer practicing estate administration, personal injury, criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • William practices in Wheeling, WV

Practice Areas Explained

William R. Metzner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

William R. Metzner is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in West Virginia →

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.

William R. Metzner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William R. Metzner is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

William R. Metzner is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in West Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

William R. Metzner is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Wheeling 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 R. Metzner

Where is William R. Metzner's law office located?
William R. Metzner's law practice is located in Wheeling, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. Metzner handle?
William R. Metzner focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has William R. Metzner practiced law?
William R. Metzner has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did William R. Metzner go to law school?
William R. Metzner earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (—).
How can I contact William R. Metzner for a consultation?
You can contact William R. Metzner 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1965
University of Cincinnati B.B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1965

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