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19 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Charleston, WV
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Showing 19 family law attorneys in Charleston, WV
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Hilliard & Swartz Law Offices
124 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 729-9000 wvdivorce.com
Pritt & Spano, PLLC
1204 Virginia St E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 346-7748 yourwvlawfirm.com
Lyne Ranson Law Offices, PLLC
1528 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 932-0591 lyneranson.net
Erica Lord Law Group, PLLC
206 Capitol St #300, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-8030 ericalordlaw.com
John J. Balenovich Law Offices, LC
1554 Kanawha Blvd E Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 909-7800 wvlitigator.com
Chris Pritt Law, PLLC
700 Washington St E Suite 204, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 464-9996 prittlaw.com
Walters Law Firm, PLLC
16 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 391-8002 walterslawwv.com
The Law Offices of Claude S. Smith, III
805 Bigley Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 346-1155 claudessmithlaw.com
Law Office of John R. Mitchell, Jr.
28 Ohio Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 346-9999
Pepper & Nason
8 Hale St, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 346-0361 peppernason.com
Saluja Law Offices, PLLC
206 Capitol St Suite 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 755-1101 salujalaw.com
Ray Winton & Kelley
109 Capitol St # 700, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-1141 rwk-law.com
Matthew M. Johnson, Attorney at Law
22 Capitol St Second Floor, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 532-3155 matthewjohnsonlawyer.com
Carrico Law Offices, LC
1554 Kanawha Blvd E Suite 100, Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 881-0632 carricolaw.com
Bradford Law Offices, PLLC
231 Capitol St Ste 300, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 344-5700 timbradfordlaw.com
Pence Law Firm, PLLC
10 Hale St 4th floor, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-7250 pencefirm.com
Todd W. Reed, Attorney at Law
406 Tennessee Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 945-0220
LAW OFFICE OF JAMES T. COOPER
108 Hills Plz, Charleston, WV 25387
(304) 344-3542
The Law Offices of G. Wayne Van Bibber and Associates, PLLC
205 Capitol St #300, Charleston, WV 25301
(681) 265-9257 vanbibberlaw.com
Family law attorneys in Charleston West Virginia help clients with divorce child custody child support and property division. West Virginia courts require specific residency periods and follow equitable distribution rules for marital property. A local attorney can guide you through Kanawha County family court procedures and state-specific laws.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Charleston Cost?
The cost of hiring a family law attorney in West Virginia varies widely. Many attorneys charge an hourly rate between 200 and 400 dollars. Some may offer flat fees for simple uncontested divorces ranging from 1500 to 3000 dollars. Retainers are common and can range from 2000 to 5000 dollars. Costs depend on case complexity court filings and whether the case goes to trial. 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 is the residency requirement for divorce in West Virginia?
At least one spouse must live in West Virginia for at least one year before filing for divorce. This requirement is found in West Virginia Code Section 48-5-103. There are limited exceptions for certain circumstances.
How is child custody decided in West Virginia?
West Virginia courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child. Factors include the childs wishes the parents ability to care for the child and any history of domestic violence. The court may award joint or sole custody.
What are the grounds for divorce in West Virginia?
West Virginia allows both no-fault and fault-based divorce. No-fault grounds include irreconcilable differences or living separate and apart for one year. Fault grounds include adultery cruelty and abandonment.
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