James T. Kratovil
Attorney at Law
A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, James T. Kratovil has been practicing law in West Virginia since 1976. His decades of experience include distinguished service as an assistant prosecutor and magistrate in central West Virginia prior to founding our practice in Charles Town in 1991. Clients who turn to our Jefferson County-based law firm benefit from Mr. Kratovil‘s dedicated personal attention to their concerns and his in-depth knowledge of the law, court system and officials.
People who are facing DUI charges and other criminal allegations involving drugs, assault, theft offenses and more need focused defense of their rights and futures. If you are struggling with an unmanageable debt load, Attorney Kratovil can help you evaluate your options and make an informed decision about Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. He is a personable, balanced and accomplished lawyer with extensive experience in a range of other legal practice areas.
In addition to advising and representing many clients facing legal issues in Jefferson and Berkeley counties, Attorney Kratovil is also admitted to practice in Maryland. Jim lives in Charles Town, West Virginia, with his wife Bonnie who is a retired family court judge. Jim enjoys hiking, golf, biking, poker and reading and is an enthusiastic fan of the six-time Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers.
Bar Admissions
West Virginia, 1976
Maryland, 1996
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia, 1976
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, 1976
U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, 1981
U.S. Supreme Court, 1991
Education
J.D. - California Western School of Law, 1976
San Diego, California
B.A. - Point Park University, 1973
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Honors: cum laude
Major: Political Science
Classes/Seminars
Americans with Disabilities Act
Professional Associations & Memberships
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Past Employment Positions
Assistant Prosecutor, Lewis County Prosecutor's Office
Magistrate Court Judge, Lewis County Magistrate
Pro Bono Activities
Bankruptcy Seminars for Legal Aid of West Virginia