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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Charleston, WV
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Showing 20 real estate lawyers in Charleston, WV
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Warner Law Offices, PLLC
227 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 756-5570 wvpersonalinjury.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
Chris Pritt Law, PLLC
700 Washington St E Suite 204, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 464-9996 prittlaw.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
Bailey & Slotnick, PLLC
500 Virginia St E #700, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 720-0750 wvclosing.com
Romano & Associates, PLLC
208 Capitol St #300, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-2626 ro-law.com
John E. Dorsey Attorney At Law
407 Pennsylvania Ave N, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 342-3241 johndorseylaw.com
Caldwell & Riffee, PLLC.
3818 MacCorkle Ave SE # 101, Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 925-2100 caldwellandriffeelaw.com
Shaffer Law PLLC
305 39th St SE, Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 400-4044 shafferlawwv.com
Ray Winton & Kelley
109 Capitol St # 700, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-1141 rwk-law.com
Forbes Law Offices
1118 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 343-4050 forbeslawwv.com
Metz Law Offices
400 Allen Dr Conference / Seminar, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 346-4447
LAW OFFICE OF JAMES T. COOPER
108 Hills Plz, Charleston, WV 25387
(304) 344-3542
Bailey & Wyant, PLLC
500 Virginia St E Ste 600, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-4222 baileywyant.com
Lewis Gianola PLLC
300 Summers St # 700, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 345-2000 lewisgianola.com
Spilman Thomas & Battle PLLC
300 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 340-3800 spilmanlaw.com
Robinson & McElwee PLLC
700 Virginia St E Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 344-5800 ramlaw.com
Lacy Law Offices
103 Pennsylvania Ave N, Charleston, WV 25302
(304) 741-5565 lacylawoffices.com
Real estate lawyers in Charleston West Virginia assist with property purchases sales and title examinations. West Virginia law requires a lawyer to conduct a title search and prepare the deed for most residential transactions. Local attorneys also handle boundary disputes easements and foreclosure defense in Kanawha County.
What Does a Real Estate Lawyer in Charleston Cost?
In West Virginia real estate lawyer fees for a standard residential closing typically range from 800 to 1500 dollars. This includes title search document preparation and attendance at closing. More complex matters like litigation or commercial transactions can cost 200 to 400 dollars per hour. Costs vary by case and attorney. This is general information 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
Do I need a real estate lawyer to buy a house in Charleston West Virginia?
West Virginia does not legally require a lawyer for a home purchase but title work and deed preparation must be done by a licensed attorney. Most lenders and title companies in Charleston require a lawyer to handle the closing. Using a lawyer helps ensure the title is clear and your interests are protected.
What does a real estate lawyer do during a closing in West Virginia?
The lawyer reviews the purchase agreement orders a title search examines the chain of title and resolves any liens or defects. They prepare the deed and closing documents attend the closing and record the deed with the Kanawha County Clerk. They also handle the disbursement of funds from escrow.
How long does a real estate closing take in Charleston West Virginia?
A typical closing in West Virginia takes 30 to 45 days from accepted offer to final signing. The title search and document preparation usually take one to two weeks. Delays can occur if title issues or financing problems arise.
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