- GuardianshipThe estate planning attorneys at the Bluefield, West Virginia, law firm of Brewster Morhous PLLC, have extensive experience preparing the necessary documentation for effective management and disposition of property, estate tax planning, and sound health care decision-making and planning. We prepare wills, trusts, living and testamentary trusts, asset transfers, living wills, advanced medical directives, medical powers of attorney, durable powers of attorney, guardianships, and conservatorships. We handle simple and complex trust and estate administration.
- Wrongful DeathWe represent our clients in all accident insurance defense claims, including those related to automobile accidents, trucking accidents, commercial liability, professional liability, public liability, coal mine liability, workplace injuries and workers’ compensation, deliberate intent claims, errors and omissions claims, and wrongful death claims. We request declaratory judgment actions and handle subrogation regarding insurance policies and insurance claims.
- Corporate LawThe corporate litigation attorneys at the firm have extensive experience representing and advising business owners in southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia on a full range of business concerns that are either in litigation or subject to litigation.
- Business FormationLicensed to practice in both Virginia and West Virginia where he represents his individual and business clients in many different capacities. His practice is concentrated in estate planning, business transactions, business formation, and insurance defense.
- Business DisputesThroughout our full-service law practice, we have earned the respect of colleagues, courts, and businesses for our thorough and principled work. We are committed to personal representation, and to ongoing, proactive communication with our clients regarding case status and progress. We invite you to contact our corporate litigation attorneys for skilled and knowledgeable legal counsel regarding a business law concern.
- Business TransactionsWill concentrates in the areas of commercial transactions, banking, creditor’s rights, creditor bankruptcy, and general business and commercial law.
- Limited Liability CompaniesWe represent individuals, corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, limited partnerships, and nonprofit organizations in their formation, continuing operations, sale and dissolution, including commercial transactions such as buy/sell agreements, business contracts, bonding agreement, leases, loan agreements, employment contracts and other employment related documents. In addition, our lawyers assist in the negotiation of contracts and represent clients in shareholder and business disputes and other business related litigation. We assist clients at administrative hearings and in dealing with regulatory agencies.
- Wrongful TerminationEmployment law refers to the complex network of state and federal laws that regulates the treatment of employees, former employees, and applicants for employment by employers. Employment contract attorneys at Brewster Morhous PLLC, represent employees and employers in cases of wrongful termination claims, charges of sexual harassment, and charges of discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, or status with regard to disability. We handle cases involving affirmative action, whistle-blower litigation, and non-disclosure agreements.
- Employment ContractOur lawyers advise employers with regard to employment agreements, employment contracts, employee manuals, employee benefits, severance and retention, and the development policies, procedures, and practices designed to avoid future litigation. We handle defense of Title VII claims under the Federal Civil Rights Act. We handle cases involving the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
- Severance AgreementWe offer legal counsel to our business clients as to the best business entity to use in the formation of their business, and assist in the preparation of employment and severance agreements, employee handbooks, employee policies, etc., designed to avoid future litigation and promote a favorable business atmosphere.
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationReal estate attorneys at the Bluefield, West Virginia, law firm of Brewster Morhous PLLC, represent commercial and residential buyers, sellers, and lenders in the proceedings and transactions related to the purchase and sale of land and the structures attached to it. We perform title examinations and render title opinions. We negotiate residential and commercial leases and property sales agreements. We handle all paperwork and documentation required for land sales and purchases, including deeds, note deeds of trust, closing statements, mortgages, and other documents as required by lenders.
- Construction Litigation
- Real Estate TransactionsOurs is a full-service law firm representing businesses and individuals across a broad spectrum of legal matters. We invite you to contact our law offices for skilled and experienced legal counsel regarding residential and commercial real estate transactions.
- Personal InjuryOur successful representation of our personal injury claims clients rests on our commitment to thoroughly evaluate and assess the value of each claim, and to fully prepare and present each case according to its unique set of circumstances and requirements. Our attorneys conduct a systematic review of all records in the case and involve medical and engineering experts, investigators, and accident reconstructionists to assist in effective case preparation.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate PlanningEstate planning is a broad term that refers to managing one’s property during life and arranging for its disposition upon death, taking into account tax laws, insurance, and real and personal property. Elder law refers to the increasingly complex array of legal issues related to property, Medicaid and Medicare planning, and health care decisions affecting the aged and aging population.
- Wills
- TrustsThroughout our law practice, we are committed to personal, hands-on representation and ongoing communication with our clients. In practice in Bluefield since 1960, we have deep roots in the community, and we have earned a reputation among our colleagues for high-quality and principled legal counsel. We invite you to contact our law offices for skilled and knowledgeable legal advice regarding wills, living trusts, or elder law concerns.
- Power of Attorney
- Bankruptcy
- ForeclosureWe regularly handle matters related to lending and secured transactions, loan workout agreements, mortgages and bank foreclosures, public finance, state and municipal bonds and financing, venture capital, and related banking matters. Licensed in West Virginia and Virginia, our attorneys appear in bankruptcy court in both states on behalf of lenders trying to recover on bad loans.
- Tax Law