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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Wheeling, WV
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Showing 18 bankruptcy lawyers in Wheeling, WV
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Thomas E McIntire & Associates, LC
82 1/2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 907-2540 mcintirelaw.com
Mallett Law Offices
1 Chapel Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-0003
Johnson Legal Services, PLLC
1049 Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 212-4950 johnsonlegalservicespllc.com
Zavolta Law Office
1287 Fairmont Pike Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 905-8073 zavoltalawoffice.com
Orrick
2121 Main St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 231-2500 orrick.com
Gompers John E
60 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-2450
Sklavounakis Law Office
80 12th St Ste 300, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 230-3920
Schrader Duff Law & Lowe, PLLC
401 Main St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 553-0194 schraderlaw.com
Petroplus & Gaudino
69 15th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-6155
Harris Law Offices
32 15th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-5300
Edmond & Baum, PLLC
1413 Eoff St First Floor, Wheeling, WV 26003
(740) 232-9608 edmondbaumpllc.com
Bailey & Wyant, PLLC - Bailey
1219 Chapline St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3100 baileywyant.com
J Christopher Gardill
61 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-6810 pgka.com
Sheehan & Associates PLLC
1 Community St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-1064
Jackson Law Office
1031 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 243-5440 fajacksonlaw.com
Altmeyer H Brann
61 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-6810
James F. Companion
401 Main St, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-3390 schraderlaw.com
Dawson Law Office, PLLC
1140 Main St suite 104, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 810-2628
If you are facing overwhelming debt in Wheeling West Virginia a bankruptcy lawyer can help you understand your options. West Virginia law allows for exemptions such as the homestead exemption which protects a portion of your home equity. A local attorney familiar with the Northern District of West Virginia Bankruptcy Court can guide you through the process.
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Wheeling Cost?
The cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer in Wheeling West Virginia typically ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 for a Chapter 7 case and $3,000 to $5,000 for a Chapter 13 case. Court filing fees are an additional $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. These fees are set by the federal court and are not negotiable. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bankruptcy are available in Wheeling West Virginia?
Individuals in Wheeling can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy which discharges most unsecured debts or Chapter 13 bankruptcy which sets up a repayment plan over three to five years. The choice depends on your income assets and debt level.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in West Virginia?
A Chapter 7 case typically takes three to four months from filing to discharge. A Chapter 13 repayment plan lasts three to five years. The court in Wheeling requires credit counseling before filing and a debtor education course after filing.
What are the bankruptcy exemptions in West Virginia?
West Virginia law allows you to keep certain property in bankruptcy. Exemptions include up to $25,000 of home equity for an individual and up to $2,400 for a motor vehicle. You can also exempt household goods and retirement accounts within specific limits.
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