Emily R. Lambright

Emily R. Lambright is an attorney and Of Counsel with Bowles Rice LLP in Charleston, West Virginia, whose practice focuses on federal taxation and employment law. She advises individuals and businesses on income and estate tax matters, qualified retirement plans, executive compensation, and transactional tax issues. Her work also includes estate and gift tax planning, business succession planning, entity formation, and legal matters involving tax-exempt and nonprofit organizations.

Emily earned her J.D. from West Virginia University College of Law. She earned her M.B.A. and B.A. in Anthropology and Sociology from West Virginia University. During law school, she competed on the Moot Court National Team and received recognition through the Order of the Barristers. She is also a certified public accountant.

Emily counsels businesses and individuals on structuring transactions and organizations with tax considerations in mind. She provides guidance concerning employee benefit plans, executive compensation arrangements, retirement plans, business transitions, and estate planning. Her practice extends to nonprofit organizations seeking advice on tax-exempt status and related compliance matters. Her accounting background complements her work involving complex financial and tax considerations.

Emily R. Lambright is admitted to practice in West Virginia and Kentucky, along with federal courts in West Virginia. Chambers USA has recognized her for Tax in West Virginia, while The Best Lawyers in America has recognized her for Employee Benefits law. She has held leadership roles with the West Virginia Tax Institute and serves in professional organizations involving taxation, pensions, estate planning, and accounting.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Bowles Rice LLP
• Member, West Virginia State Bar
• Member, Kentucky Bar Association

Licensed State

• West Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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