Harry F. Bell Jr.

Harry F. Bell Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 45 years

Nursing home abuse and neglect Lawyer at Charleston, WV
Practice Areas: Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Personal Injury, Class Action ... +2 more

30 Capitol St, Charleston, WV

About Harry

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in West Virginia for 45 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Stewart | Bell, PLLC

30 Capitol St, Charleston, WV, 25301

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Harry F. Bell Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Efficient!

I have been working with Harry for the last three years on a complex business case. His dedication and his expertise are outstanding. On top he is very nice family man. I strongly recommend to do business with him

Posted by Harriet | April 12, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Small busines owner

I have consulted with Harry Bell and found him extremely knowledgeable, articulate, and well informed. If I required legal services, I would not hesitate to engage his services.

Posted by Joanna | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and Highly Ethical

I worked with Harry as co-counsel on a matter and was very impressed with how professional he was to work with and his high level of ethics and work product. It is not always easy to find attorney with such qualifications, and Harry was a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend him. If I h...ad a matter in West Virginia he would be the first attorney I would contact.

Posted by Lisa | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wrongful discharge/ sexual harrassment

I looked & found Harry in the yellow pages. I called the number, expecting to get voice mail as it was after 9 pm. Harry answered, I briefly gave him the basic facts of my situation & he set up a consultation. Years ago, he typically did not take cases such as mine, but he felt confident in me. Harr...y & his staff kept with up to date with information concerning my case...interviews, depositions, the Corporation's offers to settle, etc. I remember where I was at the very moment I received a phone call from him, telling me we had reached a significant, unanimous settlement. He never gave up & encouraged me to not give up. When the settlement was paid, I was unable at the time to drive the hour from my house to his office. He personally drove through a wicked rain/thunderstorm to personally deliver it to me. He handled my case as if it was his only one. He faced a muti-million dollar Oil Corporation with tremendous ease & confidence. I will never have any regrets hiring him as I would advise anyone to do. Thanks Harry, it was an honor being your client. Thanks for giving me the confidence to stand strong & believing in me.

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Harry F. Bell Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Miller

Unknown lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Olcott

Medical malpractice lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Harry is wonderful to work with. He is a true expert in matters of mass tort, medical malpractice and injury law."

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Dallas Hartman

Class action lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Harry is an outstanding lawyer who is a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend him and his firm."

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Bennett Baker

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bell fights for the rights of the people. His experience in nursing home abuse cases has lead to many successful verdicts and settlements. Harry Bell is highly recommended."

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Lena Taylor

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Harry. Mr. Bell is a true advocate for his clients and a fierce litigator in the courtroom."

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Eulis Simien

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Both Harry and his law firm have my endorsement. His determination and attention to detail are second to none and the reputation that he has built within the legal community is commendable."

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Barry Levy

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry is an experienced and creative attorney that is highly regarded by his peers within the legal community. I strongly endorse his services."

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Michael O'Connor

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry has provided outstanding legal services for many years. His work in medical malpractice and nursing home abuse is remarkable. You are in good hands with an attorney of his caliber."

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Jimmy Simien

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bell is a great attorney. He has fought for the rights of victims for decades and is well known for his professionalism."

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Mark Paullin

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bell combines a wealth of knowledge with his affable personality to achieve great results."

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Jill Sinatra

Class action lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry is an aggressive and effective advocate."

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Crystal Sadler

Personal injury lawyer

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Mark Troy

Motorcycle accident lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, Bell Law Firm

1986 - 1992

Partner, Kay Casto & Chaney, PLLC

1981 - 1985

Associate, Kay Casto & Chaney, PLLC

1980 - 1981

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney

1979 - 1980

Legal Intern, Monongalia County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1979 - 1979

Legal Intern, Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney

1978 - 1978

Legal Intern, West Virginia Supreme Court Of Appeals

Associations

West Virginia State Bar

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Civil Justice Foundation

Member

1989 - 1992

Charleston Civic Center Board

Past Chairman

1989 - 1992

Fireman's Civil Service Committee

Past Chairman

1985 - 1987

West Virginia Alumni Association, Kanawha Valley Chapter

Past President

1980 - 1982

Marlyn E. Lugar Moot Trial Association

Vice President

Education

1980

West Virginia University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

West Virginia University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Current Status of Federal Litigation

Transvaginal Mesh

2011

11th Annual Class Action/Mass Tort Symposium Special Masters in Class Actions and Mass Torts

2005

Annual Bench/Bar CLE

Mass Torts/Class Actions involving automobile dealer fraud

1993

Mediation Seminar

Mediation

1992

Mediation Training

Mediation

N/A

Annual Meeting

Mediation

N/A

Annual Conference Digitek MDL

N/A

Annual Conference Auto Dealer Fraud

Languages

English

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