Kurt Lee Krieger, Business Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental · 4.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatSteptoe & Johnson PLLC
Charleston, WV
Practicing business in Charleston since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Kurt Lee Krieger is a member based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Kurt has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Charleston, WV
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Business · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Charleston, WV.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Kurt Lee Krieger: Kurt Lee Krieger is a member based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Kurt has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Kurt's practice areas in Charleston
Kurt concentrates on business, energy, environmental, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kurt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Kurt takes business 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 Kurt agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Kurt takes energy 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 Kurt agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Kurt takes environmental 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 Kurt agrees to represent you.
General cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Kurt takes general 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 Kurt agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Kurt takes government 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 Kurt agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kurt Lee Krieger, business attorney serving Charleston
Kurt Lee Krieger is a member based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Kurt has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Kurt works from Charleston, West Virginia and takes on business matters across the region.
Kurt Lee Krieger is a lawyer practicing regulatory law, energy & utilities, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Kurt received a degree from Wheeling College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Kurt practices at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC in Charleston, WV and 1 other location.
Kurt's approach to business cases
Kurt Lee Krieger is a lawyer practicing regulatory law, energy & utilities, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Kurt received a degree from Wheeling College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Kurt practices at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC in Charleston, WV and 1 other location.
Clients Kurt works with
Kurt reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kurt studied and practices
West Virginia University
J.D. · 1988
Wheeling College
B.S. Accounting · 1985
Jurisdictions
Kurt's state bar admissions
Kentucky
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
1988 · ACTIVE
Kurt studied at J.D. in West Virginia University and B.S. Accounting in Wheeling College.
Law school and academic background
Kurt completed J.D. in West Virginia University and B.S. Accounting in Wheeling College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kurt runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kurt's legal honors and published work
Kurt has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Kurt's professional memberships and bar associations
West Virginia State Bar Federal Energy and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Kurt Lee Krieger's office in Charleston
Kurt's primary office is at Chase Tower, 707 Virginia St. E., 8th Fl., Charleston, WV, 25326-1588. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
Chase Tower, 707 Virginia St. E., 8th Fl.
Charleston, WV 25326-1588
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Client reviews of Kurt Lee Krieger — 4.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Kurt. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Charleston.
4.5
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How to hire Kurt Lee Krieger — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kurt usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kurt charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kurt'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; Kurt will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kurt
Kurt discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Kurt confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kurt's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kurt Lee Krieger
How much does it cost to hire Kurt for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kurt walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kurt offer a free consultation?
Kurt charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kurt's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kurt's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple business 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. Kurt gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kurt take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Kurt 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 — Kurt 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 Kurt?
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. Kurt will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kurt accepting new business clients right now?
Kurt'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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