Real Estate
USA Guide 2024 : West Virginia
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About
Provided by Bowles Rice LLP
Bowles Rice represents clients in all aspects of real estate law, including both residential and commercial, as well as land use and development. Our attorneys have negotiated and drafted documents relating to the construction, management, financing and operation of real estate projects, including grading and other improvement contracts, contracts with architects, engineers and other consultants; contracts with governmental agencies concerning the entitlement and improvement of projects; and, agreements with other developers and owners concerning matters of mutual interest, covenants, conditions and restrictions, easement agreements and management agreements.
Bowles Rice offers experienced counsel in an array of areas, such as planning, zoning and other land use matters, including compliance with state and federal sales registration requirements. Our knowledge in general land use and development allows us to work with both large and small developers in a variety of projects ranging from industrial and commercial ventures to residential projects, including apartment complexes and condominiums.
Our real estate services include both complex and simple purchase and sale transactions and related financing arrangements; litigation matters involving real estate or mineral lease and contract preparation; title examinations; and, other issues generated by the energy and natural resources industries.
Chambers Review
Bowles Rice LLP has a highly respected regional practice serviced by five offices across the state. The firm advises lenders, sellers and purchasers on major developments and title matters. It has a notable focus on commercial, residential and energy-specific transactions. The team also offers services concerning title litigation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Bowles Rice have a lot of very good lawyers who are especially strong in oil and gas."
"Bowles Rice have a lot of very good lawyers who are especially strong in oil and gas."
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Mathias draws praise for his handling of development matters and commercial transactions. His practice includes financings and title services.
Ranked Lawyers at
Bowles Rice LLP
West Virginia
Members
Provided by Bowles Rice LLP
C. Seth Wilson
Eric London
Head of Department
James McCune
Jeremy Bragg
Head of Department
John F. Nobbs
Kayla Cook
Leslie Peters
Mark D'Antoni
Natalie Thomas
Ryan Kent
Scott Barnette
Taylor Frankovitch
Industries
Provided by Bowles Rice LLP
Certified Title Opinions
Litigation