AttorneyTeresa Toriseva
Toriseva Law
1446 National Road, Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003
West Virginia Civil Rights Advocate
Teresa Toriseva is a prominent civil rights and personal injury attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia, with a distinguished record of holding law enforcement agencies and government entities accountable for constitutional violations. With decades of legal experience, she has built a reputation as one of the region's most tenacious advocates for individuals whose civil rights have been violated by police misconduct, excessive force, and government abuse of power.
Toriseva Law has handled a wide range of civil rights matters, including cases involving unlawful arrests, excessive and deadly force by law enforcement, and violations of individuals' constitutional rights under 42 U.S.C. § 1983. Teresa Toriseva has litigated cases against municipal police departments, county sheriffs, and state agencies across West Virginia and the surrounding region, consistently pursuing justice for victims and their families.
Throughout her career, Teresa Toriseva has been recognized for her commitment to underrepresented clients and her willingness to take on powerful governmental defendants. Her firm combines rigorous legal research with aggressive courtroom advocacy, making Toriseva Law a go-to resource for civil rights plaintiffs in West Virginia. She is known for her thorough case preparation and her ability to secure meaningful recoveries for clients who have suffered at the hands of law enforcement.
Teresa Toriseva is admitted to practice in West Virginia and federal courts, and she has been involved in landmark cases that have shaped police accountability litigation in the state. Her work reflects a deep commitment to constitutional principles and the belief that no government actor should be above the law.
Notable Results
- Represents over 60 individuals in ongoing litigation against West Virginia State Police for constitutional deprivations (April 2026)
- Secured numerous settlements for municipal employees in pay and benefit disputes
Key Characteristics
- Has litigated civil rights cases against law enforcement agencies and government entities across West Virginia and the surrounding region.
- Focuses on holding police departments and municipal governments accountable for constitutional violations under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.
- Known for aggressive courtroom advocacy on behalf of victims of excessive force, unlawful arrest, and other police misconduct.
- Represents families of individuals who have suffered wrongful death or serious injury at the hands of law enforcement officers.
- Admitted to practice in West Virginia state courts and federal district courts, enabling pursuit of civil rights claims at multiple levels.