
Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis, Insurance Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
Over 31 years of legal practice · 4.2/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratShaffer & Shaffer PLLC
Charleston, WV
Practicing insurance in Charleston since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 4.2 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sabrena has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaffer & Shaffer PLLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Charleston, WV
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Charleston, WV.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis: Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sabrena has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaffer & Shaffer PLLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Sabrena's practice areas in Charleston
Sabrena concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sabrena handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Charleston, West Virginia
Sabrena takes insurance matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sabrena agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis, insurance attorney serving Charleston
Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis is a partner based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sabrena has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shaffer & Shaffer PLLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 3 client reviews. Sabrena works from Charleston, West Virginia and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Sabrena is an experienced trial lawyer, whose practice focuses on insurance bad faith, insurance coverage issues, automobile accidents and construction claims. She received her B.A. from Marshall University, and earned her law degree from the West Virginia University College of Law where she was a member of the Moot Court Board.
Sabrena is admitted to practice before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia. She is located in the firm's Charleston, West Virginia office.
Sabrena's approach to insurance cases
Sabrena is an experienced trial lawyer, whose practice focuses on insurance bad faith, insurance coverage issues, automobile accidents and construction claims. She received her B.A. from Marshall University, and earned her law degree from the West Virginia University College of Law where she was a member of the Moot Court Board. Sabrena is admitted to practice before the West Virginia Supreme…
The kind of cases Sabrena takes
Sabrena reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sabrena studied and practices
West Virginia University College of Law
J.D. · 1995
Marshall University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Sabrena's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
West Virginia
1995 · ACTIVE
Sabrena studied at J.D. in West Virginia University College of Law and B.A. in Marshall University.
Law school and academic background
Sabrena completed J.D. in West Virginia University College of Law and B.A. in Marshall University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sabrena runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Sabrena's legal honors and published work
Sabrena has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis's office in Charleston
Sabrena's primary office is at 2116 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV, 25331. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis — 4.2/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Sabrena. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Charleston.
4.2
3 client reviews
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How to hire Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sabrena usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sabrena charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sabrena's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Sabrena will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Sabrena
Sabrena discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Sabrena confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sabrena's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sabrena A. Olive-Gillis
How much does it cost to hire Sabrena for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sabrena walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sabrena offer a free consultation?
Sabrena charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sabrena's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Sabrena's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Sabrena gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sabrena take my case if I'm outside Charleston?
Sabrena 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 — Sabrena 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 Sabrena?
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. Sabrena will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sabrena accepting new insurance clients right now?
Sabrena's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Charleston, Morgantown and Huntington in West Virginia
Sabrena handles insurance matters throughout West Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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