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John D. Wooton Sr.

John D. Wooton Sr. is Senior Partner at Wooton, Davis, Hussell & Johnson, PLLC in Beckley, West Virginia. With 49 years of legal experience, he represents clients in immigration, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers’ compensation. Admitted to the West Virginia State Bar in 1976, he earned his J.D. from West Virginia University College of Law. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers (2007–2011) and holds Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating as well as a Client Champion badge for his peer and client-reviewed excellence.

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What Is A Laughing Heir And Do I Have One?

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Last Modified on Jul 24, 2018

Laughing Heirs You have probably heard people joke about wishing they had a long, lost great uncle who would leave a huge inheritance upon his passing. Basically, they…

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Can My Irrevocable Trust Be Revoked Or Changed After I’m .....

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Last Modified on Jul 03, 2018

It may seem overly skeptical to wonder whether the wishes outlined in a trust or estate plan will be honored after your demise, but maybe your skepticism is…

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Inheritance After Parental Rights Have Been Terminated: What’s The Law?

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Last Modified on Jan 26, 2018

In May, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia ruled in the case of Hall v. Hall. What proceeded bears direct application on future estate cases in…

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