Wes White, General Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on General and Slip & Fall
Trial AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Charleston, WV
Practicing general in Charleston since 2007.
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Wes White is a trial attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Wes has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
- Based in
- Charleston, WV
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- General · Slip & Fall
- Handles General and Slip & Fall matters from Charleston, WV.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Wes White: Wes White is a trial attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Wes has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Wes takes on
Wes concentrates on general and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wes handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Wes 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 Wes agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Wes takes slip & fall 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 Wes agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Wes White — general lawyer in Charleston
Wes White is a trial attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on General and Slip & Fall. Wes has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Attorney Wesley H White (Wes) focuses his practice on premises liability claims in the firm's Charleston, West Virginia Office. Wes received his undergraduate degree in Sociology and Markets and Management Studies from Duke University in 2000, where Wes was also a four-year varsity letterman in football. Wes continued his football career after college by playing professionally in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the B.C. Lions. After sustaining a career ending injury Wes became an Assistant Football Coach for the Div-III Ohio Northern Polar Bears where Wes also obtained his law degree from Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law in 2007.
Wes began practicing law in West Virginia in 2007 and has then held multiple positions including Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, In-House Counsel for United Bank, General Counsel/Deputy Secretary for the WV Department of Commerce, Administrative Law Judge for the WV Public Employees Grievance Board and opening his own plaintiff's personal injury firm. Wes joined Morgan & Morgan in 2024 where he primarily focuses on representing Plaintiffs in Premises Liability cases. Wes has one daughter, Nora Beth White, and spends his free time traveling, enjoying outdoor activities, and sporting events.
Wes's approach to general cases
Attorney Wesley H White (Wes) focuses his practice on premises liability claims in the firm's Charleston, West Virginia Office. Wes received his undergraduate degree in Sociology and Markets and Management Studies from Duke University in 2000, where Wes was also a four-year varsity letterman in football. Wes continued his football career after college by playing professionally in the Canadian…
Clients Wes works with
Wes reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and slip & fall matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Duke University
Ohio Northern · 2000
Jurisdictions
Wes's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2014 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
2007 · ACTIVE
Wes studied at Ohio Northern in Duke University.
Law school and academic background
Wes completed Ohio Northern in Duke University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wes runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Wes White's office in Charleston
Wes's primary office is at 222 Capitol Street, Suite 200A, Charleston, WV, 25301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Wes White — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wes usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Wes charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wes'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; Wes will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Wes
Wes discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Wes confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Wes's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Wes White
How much does it cost to hire Wes for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wes walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Wes offer a free consultation?
Wes charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wes's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Wes's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple general 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. Wes gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Wes take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Wes 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 — Wes 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 Wes?
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. Wes will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Wes accepting new general clients right now?
Wes'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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