William Tiano, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
Charleston, WV
Trusted medical malpractice attorney serving Charleston.
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William Tiano is an attorney based in Charleston, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Tiano O'Dell PLLC.
- Based in
- Charleston, WEST VIRGINIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Charleston, WEST VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (WV) (2025).
About William Tiano: William Tiano is an attorney based in Charleston, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Tiano O'Dell PLLC.
Areas of practice
William's practice areas in Charleston
William concentrates on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Medical Malpractice cases in Charleston, West Virginia
William takes medical malpractice 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 William agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Charleston, West Virginia
William takes personal injury 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 William agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Charleston, West Virginia
William takes product liability 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
William Tiano, medical malpractice attorney serving Charleston
William Tiano is an attorney based in Charleston, WEST VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Tiano O'Dell PLLC. William works from Charleston, West Virginia and takes on medical malpractice matters across the region.
William Tiano is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.
William, who practices law in Charleston, West Virginia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with William on a medical malpractice matter
William Tiano is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. William, who practices law in Charleston, West Virginia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which…
Who William represents
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where William studied and practices
West Virginia University
J.D. · 1986
William studied at J.D. in West Virginia University.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in West Virginia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
William's legal honors and published work
William has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (WV)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Charleston (WV)
2024
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Charleston (WV) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Charleston (WV) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
William Tiano's office in Charleston
William's primary office is at 118 Capitol Street, Charleston, West Virginia, 25301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William Tiano — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William Tiano
How much does it cost to hire William for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
William'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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