Atty. William R. Wooton

Atty. William R. Wooton

William R. Wooton is a lawyer practicing sports law, bankruptcy law, personal injury law and 5 other areas of law.

Beckley Beckley 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About William R. Wooton at a glance

William R. Wooton is a Member based in Beckley, West Virginia, practicing at The Wooton Law Firm. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and adoption. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1971) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of West Virginia (1971). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1971) and Marshall University (B.B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Raleigh County Bar Association (President, 1988) West Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Beckley, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William R. Wooton is a lawyer practicing sports law, bankruptcy law, personal injury law and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from Marshall University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • William practices at The Wooton Law Firm in Beckley, WV

Practice Areas Explained

William R. Wooton's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William R. Wooton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in West Virginia →

Real Estate Law

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

William R. Wooton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in West Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William R. Wooton is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in West Virginia →

Adoption

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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 Beckley 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. Wooton

Where is William R. Wooton's law office located?
William R. Wooton's law practice is located in Beckley, West Virginia. The firm is The Wooton Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. Wooton handle?
William R. Wooton focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has William R. Wooton practiced law?
William R. Wooton has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William R. Wooton go to law school?
William R. Wooton earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.B.A., 1966).
How can I contact William R. Wooton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William R. Wooton received?
William R. Wooton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1971
B.B.A.
Marshall University
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of West Virginia
Admitted: 1971

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