
Fazal Afaque Shere, Appellate Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment · 4.3/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratBowles Rice LLP
Charleston, WV
Practicing appellate in Charleston since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.3 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Fazal Afaque Shere is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Fazal has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Charleston, WV
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Class Action, and Employment matters from Charleston, WV.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Fazal Afaque Shere: Fazal Afaque Shere is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Fazal has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Fazal takes on
Fazal concentrates on appellate, class action, employment, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fazal handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Class Action
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Employment
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Fazal takes appellate matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Fazal agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Fazal takes class action matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Fazal agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Fazal takes employment matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Fazal agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Fazal takes insurance matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Fazal agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Fazal takes litigation matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Fazal agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Fazal Afaque Shere — appellate lawyer in Charleston
Fazal Afaque Shere is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Appellate, Class Action, and Employment. Fazal has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Fazal Afaque Shere is a lawyer practicing class actions defense, deliberate intent and workplace safety, environmental litigation and 6 other areas of law. Fazal received a B.S. degree from Aligarh Muslim University, India in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. Fazal practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Charleston, WV.
Working with Fazal on a appellate matter
Fazal Afaque Shere is a lawyer practicing class actions defense, deliberate intent and workplace safety, environmental litigation and 6 other areas of law. Fazal received a B.S. degree from Aligarh Muslim University, India in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. Fazal practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Charleston, WV.
Who Fazal represents
Fazal reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, class action, and employment matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Tulane University
J.D. · 1989
Aligarh Muslim University, India
B.S. Chemistry · 1982
Jurisdictions
Fazal's state bar admissions
Kentucky Supreme Cou
1997 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
1990 · ACTIVE
Fazal studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.S. Chemistry in Aligarh Muslim University, India.
Law school and academic background
Fazal completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.S. Chemistry in Aligarh Muslim University, India. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fazal runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Fazal has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Fazal's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Kentucky Bar Association •Kanawha County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Fazal Afaque Shere's office in Charleston
Fazal's primary office is at 600 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV, 25325-1386. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Fazal Afaque Shere — 4.3/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Fazal. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Charleston.
4.3
2 client reviews
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How to hire Fazal Afaque Shere — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Fazal usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Fazal charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fazal's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Fazal will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Fazal
Fazal discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Fazal confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Fazal's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Fazal Afaque Shere
How much does it cost to hire Fazal for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fazal walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fazal offer a free consultation?
Fazal charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fazal's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Fazal's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Fazal gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fazal take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Fazal is licensed in West Virginia. Matters governed by West Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Fazal will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Fazal?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Fazal will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fazal accepting new appellate clients right now?
Fazal's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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