David R. Karr, Jr.

David R. Karr, Jr. is a member of Karr Law Office in Charleston, WV. Karr handles real estate, elder law, guardianship, estate, family, whistleblower, oil and gas, and related civil matters. The practice includes real estate litigation and title issues, guardianship and conservatorship, Medicaid planning, estate disputes, family law, whistleblower claims, and DUI matters. The work often requires attention to title, permitting, land use requirements, contract terms, and the practical effect of property decisions.

Karr earned his B.S. from West Virginia University in 1982 and his J.D. from the West Virginia University College of Law in 1986. His legal education prepared him for a career involving courtroom advocacy, government service, property matters, and private practice. His broader professional background also includes prior experience as a licensed real estate broker and certified public accountant, giving him added familiarity with financial and property-related issues.

Karr’s experience includes real estate and title work, property-line disputes, guardianships for minors and older adults, wills and estate disputes, whistleblower matters, and other general civil cases. His practice also includes oil and gas, Medicaid planning, divorce and custody, and selected criminal or traffic matters. The matters call for careful coordination of legal rights, documentation, deadlines, and the business or property objectives behind the transaction or dispute.

David R. Karr, Jr. has maintained a broad Charleston practice for more than thirty years. His work frequently connects property, family, fiduciary, and planning issues, allowing him to address matters that cross traditional practice-area lines. The practice is centered on helping clients understand property rights, plan transactions, and address regulatory or ownership issues with practical legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Karr Law Office
• Member, The West Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• West Virginia

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