Byron Craig Manford, Criminal Defense Attorney in Martinsburg, West Virginia

Byron concentrates on criminal defense, divorce, and dui/dwi. Each area below outlines the kind of case Byron handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Divorce

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• DUI/DWI

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Byron's primary office is at 151 N. Queen St., Martinsburg, WV, 25402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Byron usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Byron discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Byron for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Byron walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Byron offer a free consultation?

  Byron charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Byron's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Byron's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in West Virginia typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Byron gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Byron take my case if I'm outside Martinsburg?

  Byron 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 — Byron 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 Byron?

  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. Byron will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Byron accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Byron's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.