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Frequently Asked Questions

Berkeley County Lawyers with Decades of Experience

At Sutton & Janelle, PLLC, we prioritize client education. We want you to feel in charge and empowered as we proceed through your case. This means we regularly consult with you regarding your goals, making sure to continually aim our defense, our claim, and our strategy toward achieving those goals. Results can be achieved when attorneys work together with their clients in a transparent partnership. Let us provide you with this service. Contact us to speak to our Berkeley County lawyers to schedule your first meeting with our legal team.

Do you offer free consultations? 
We are happy to provide free consultations for certain cases. These cases include: personal injury claims and criminal defense cases. During these consultations, we overview your claim and your goals, then recommend a tactic that best fits your situation.

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Our Values

What Our Work Means To Us
  • You Are Not Just A Case Number To Us
    We will treat you with the care, compassion, and respect that you deserve. We will work to understand your goals on a personal level so that we are better able to achieve them. Your success is our main priority. Let us serve as your zealous and trusted legal advocates.
  • Boutique Firm Obtaining Large Firm Results
    We will prioritize your satisfaction every step of the way. We genuinely care about your success and will devote our time and energy to your case. We will inform you of your rights and help you make informed decisions. With our legal team in your corner, you may obtain the upper hand in court.
  • Personalized Attention Offered To Each Client
    When you enlist our supportive assistance, you will receive the one-on-one attention and individualized support that you deserve. We will not treat you as just another case number. We will not hand your case off to a paralegal. Our attorneys will personally handle each aspect of your case.
  • 70+ Years Of Collective Legal Experience
    With our extensive experience and proven track record of success, you can be confident in our ability to successfully resolve your complex legal matter next. We have a complete understanding of the laws pertaining to your case and will fight tirelessly in order to exceed your expectations.

What should I do to help my case? 

We often recommend that, as soon as a client begins a legal matter, to turn off all social media. This helps to protect you through the process, as the opposing sides often attempt to use public posts against you. Trust our recommendations for your case, as we are experienced litigators and know the best strategies for any legal matter.

How do I get ahold of you if I have questions about my case? 
A unique feature of our law firm is in its small size. We purposefully keep our team minimal, in order to provide you with the best access to the most experienced individuals in our region. We love to quickly respond to our clients and also prioritize personal interaction throughout your case.

Find answers to these questions and more when consulting with our legal team. Contact our Berkeley County attorneys at (304) 867-0049. We have served Martinsburg for more than 20 years, and look forward to assisting you.

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Your Experience Matters Our Current & Past Clients Share Their Experience
  • “Your choice of counsel is one of the most important decisions that you face when establishing your defense.”
    Retained Mark Sutton on two separate occasions once in Berkeley and again in Morgan County. Mark arrived well before I did, entered into negotiations, and promptly disposed of both concerns with results that exceeded my expectations. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have found local counsel of such caliber. Your choice of counsel is one of the most important decisions that you face when establishing your defense. There are a lot of attorneys to choose from and it is very hard to ascertain which ones possess the requisite experience and skill to give you not just adequate but exceptional representation. If you need help, now is not the time to pick a name out of the phone book or base your decision on finances. Trust me, he is definitely in your corner.
    - Former Client
  • “Top Notch Service!!”
    Chris Janelle was there for our family when we needed him. Very professional inside and outside the courtroom, knows the law and handled our case with nothing short of excellence. During our consult, he informed us how the hearing would most likely go. Come hearing date, he executed every step with confidence and professionalism, with outstanding results. Followed just like a playbook. He eased our minds and even met with us unannounced. We pray not to have to go to family court again, but if we ever do, we will have Chris Janelle on speed dial! From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you Mr. Janelle.
    - Lora T.
  • “Fabulous people and good at what they do.”
    Highly recommend. I had a very complicated case and found Chris Janelle and the staff to be exceptionally professional, thorough, detailed, and prepared every step of the way: at the investigation, each court date, and ultimately the outcome. They are people of integrity — and kindness, respecting my emotions throughout an emotionally difficult life change. Fabulous people and good at what they do.
    - Dena L.