West Virginia Personal Injury and Family Law Attorney
From injuries in the back and neck to loss of limb and life, a personal injury caused by the negligent acts of another is not your fault. Similarly, when you are faced with a difficult and often emotional family law issue, you do not have to face it alone. VanMeter Law Offices understands that every situation is different and we will work toward resolving your legal issue, whatever it may be, efficiently and in your best interests.
We have successfully negotiated settlements up to $2 million on behalf of injured clients or their loved ones. After you've sought medical attention, contact us online or by phone at 304-932-4937 to schedule a free initial consultation with our attorney, Lera K. VanMeter.
VanMeter Law Offices provides personal injury and domestic relations representation throughout southern West Virginia from our offices in downtown Charleston. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident or are considering adopting a new member into your family, we are happy to answer your questions during a free initial consultation.
A History of Successful Counseling, Negotiation, Settlement and Litigation
Our lawyer, Lera K. VanMeter, has worked with hundreds of clients over the last 15 years, each with different reasons for seeking legal advice:
- Clients who have suffered bodily injury, including wrongful death. Settlements for injuries have ranged from $20,000 to $2 million.
- Victims of motor vehicle accidents. Including boating, ATV, motorcycle, 18-wheeler, and car crashes.
- Married couples seeking divorce. Including settlement of issues of child custody and visitation, property division and child and spousal support.
- Families seeking to adopt. Including interfamily, step-parent adoptions and adoptions of children in state custody.
- Clients wanting to plan for the future needing a will drafted or other estate planning advice.
From fighting for fair compensation for you from whomever is liable for your injuries, whether that be an individual or their insurance company, to negotiating a fair divorce settlement or legally uniting your family through the adoption process, our legal strategy will be guided by your goals. In court or at the negotiation table, the legal team at VanMeter Law Offices will put you, our client, first.
Contact our team by e-mail or by phone at 304-932-4937 to discuss your personal injury or family law case. We are easily accessible off the Lee Street exit on I-64, I-77 and I-79 in downtown Charleston.

