Lonnie C. Simmons, Appellate Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia

Lonnie concentrates on appellate, car accidents, civil rights, criminal defense, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lonnie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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• Personal Injury

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• Wrongful Death

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Lonnie's primary office is at 604 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV, 25301-2115. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Lonnie for a appellate case?

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

• Does Lonnie offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in West Virginia typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Lonnie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Lonnie take my case if I'm outside Charleston?

  Lonnie 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 — Lonnie 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 Lonnie?

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

• Is Lonnie accepting new appellate clients right now?

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