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Frequently Asked Questions | The Skeen Firm

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common legal questions for Pennsylvania and West Virginia residents

We handle estate planning, business law, family law, bankruptcy, oil & gas, criminal defense, and civil litigation across Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Yes. We offer flat-fee estate planning and flexible payment options. For family matters, see our Flat-Fee Family Law page.

Always review obligations, termination clauses, guarantees, and enforceability. Our Business page covers contract review and ongoing counsel.

Litigation often involves pleadings, discovery, motions, settlement, trial, and potential appeal. Learn how we approach cases on our Civil Litigation page.

Yes. Update after life events like marriage, divorce, new children, relocation, or major asset changes. Start here: Estate Planning.

Tools like revocable living trusts, payable-on-death accounts, and proper titling can help. Explore options on our Estate Planning page.

Often, yes. A trust can avoid probate, while a pour-over will captures assets outside the trust. See Estate Planning to compare options.

Procedures and timelines vary by state and court. We handle matters in both jurisdictions—learn more at Civil Litigation.