Michelle Dougherty
About Michelle Dougherty
Michelle Dougherty serves as the Senior Vice President and Senior Trust Officer at WesBanco, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from West Liberty State University and a J.D. from Valparaiso University School of Law.
Work at WesBanco Bank
Michelle Dougherty currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Senior Trust Officer at WesBanco Bank. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the bank's operations in Wheeling, West Virginia. Prior to her current role, she worked as the Vice President and Senior Personal Trust Officer at WesBanco from 2019 to 2022. In these roles, she has been involved in managing trust services and providing financial guidance to clients.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Dougherty earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from West Liberty State University, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. She furthered her education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree from Valparaiso University School of Law, completing her studies there from 2001 to 2004. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in legal and financial matters, enhancing her expertise in trust management.
Background
Michelle Dougherty has a professional background that spans over two decades in the legal and financial sectors. She began her career at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC, where she worked as a Member Attorney from 2004 to 2019. During her 15 years at the firm, she gained extensive experience in legal practices, which she later applied to her roles in the banking sector.
Professional Experience
Before her tenure at WesBanco, Michelle Dougherty accumulated significant experience in the legal field as a Member Attorney at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. Her work there lasted for 15 years, during which she developed a comprehensive understanding of legal issues relevant to trust and estate planning. This experience has been instrumental in her current role, where she oversees trust services and client relations.