- DivorceThe benefits of divorce without court are many, including reduced conflict. Emphasis on both parties reaching a mutually agreed upon settlement of their disputes without expensive court battles. Divorce mediation saves time and money and insulates the children from the emotional damage of a traditional adversarial divorce. Your privacy is protected as there is no permanent public record exposing your background, finances, and parenting arrangements. Divorce Mediation ensures that everyone’s financial interests are met in a mutually agreed upon settlement so you can move on to a new beginning.
- Child SupportWhen situations arise within families that necessitate legal help, you need an attorney that you can trust. Berry, Kessler, Crutchfield, Taylor & Gordon has helped numerous clients through a very difficult time with assurance and confidence. We can help you through your divorce to ensure that you obtain a fair outcome regarding numerous issues associated with a divorce including alimony, child support, child custody and visitation.
- Child Custody and Visitation
- Spousal Support
- Criminal DefenseAndrea returned to West Virginia after law school and began employment with a private firm in Wheeling where she primarily practiced family law and criminal defense. She is admitted to practice law before the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia. Andrea is also a certified Family Court mediator.
- Wrongful DeathIt happens everyday. You or a loved one is injured due to someone else’s negligence. It’s times like these when you need an experienced and courageous team of attorneys to fight for you. Berry, Kessler, Crutchfield, Taylor & Gordon will fight the insurance company for you, and help you get fairly compensated for your losses. When we take your case, there is no fee unless we recover for you.
- Business DisputesWhen the world of business law seems like a never-ending maze, bkctg has the experience to help you navigate through the red tape to help you find the solution you need. To help you protect your business and its assets, you need a professional who is familiar with the law and its latest regulations. If you own or manage a business, bkctg is able to help. From setting up a new limited liability company, partnership or corporation to addressing privacy or safety laws, we will make sure your business is prepared and protected.
- Real Estate LitigationEric’s primary areas of practice are personal injury, mine subsidence, negotiating the sale and/or lease of coal, oil & gas rights, and real estate law including specifically preparations of deeds, land contracts and the performance of title exams.
- Personal InjuryBerry, Kessler, Crutchfield, Taylor & Gordon is dedicated to helping individuals in their fight for justice against what may seem to be unbeatable oppression and hardship. From personal injury to oil and gas issues, mine subsidence and bankruptcy, we give you a voice and an advantage in protecting your rights. You won’t find a more experienced and caring team of attorneys who will stand by your side and fight for you.
- Social Security DisabilityGetting approved for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be very frustrating. These benefits you may so desperately need can seem unreachable without the help of an experienced attorney. We’ll deal with the government; you have enough to worry about.
- Estate PlanningPeace of mind: The loss of a loved one is a difficult and stressful time. Our compassionate and skilled attorneys have routinely provided hassle free counsel to numerous families to help guide them through the maze of Probate and the administration of a loved one’s estate. Our lawyers will ease your mind and assist you through this process. Let our experienced attorneys simplify and handle the preparation of your Last Will & Testament, probate, estate planning and trusts.
- WillsUpon his admission to the West Virginia State Bar, Adam joined the Law Offices of Berry, Kessler, Crutchfield, Taylor & Gordon as an associate attorney where his practice includes bankruptcy, personal injury, family law, contracts, real estate, wills and estates, social security disability, and oil and gas matters. In addition to his position with the firm, Adam also serves as an Assistant Prosecutor for Marshall County, as counsel to Marshall County Public Service District No. 2, as City Solicitor for the City of Glen Dale, West Virginia, and as President of the Marshall County Bar Association.
- Power of AttorneyProtection: You and your loved ones have worked hard to acquire your family’s property and assets. The legal team at bkctg will help you devise a plan to protect, preserve and manage your assets and affairs during your lifetime. We will prepare all of your advance directive documents including your Durable Financial Power of Attorney, Living Will or Medical Power of Attorney. These important documents let you decide who is in charge and how your affairs are managed for you in the event you become incapacitated by a health or other emergency. We can answer your nursing home and Medicare eligibility questions and ease your mind by providing legal strategies to protect your loved one’s assets. At bkctg we strive to protect families for a lifetime.
- Probate
- BankruptcyThere are few things in life more difficult than strained finances. Berry, Kessler, Crutchfield, Taylor & Gordon represents individuals and couples seeking relief under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code. The goal of the Chapter 7 bankruptcy is to provide clients with a fresh start. We can also assist with Chapter 13 Bankruptcy filings, sometimes referred to as a wage earner’s plan. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy enables individuals with regular income to develop a plan to repay all or part of their debts. The firm prepares bankruptcy petitions, arranges for the appropriate credit counseling, advises how to legally protect assets and attends hearings. We can help get creditors off your back and give you peace of mind. The bankruptcy staff is friendly, compassionate and understanding.