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I have tried cases to conclusion before juries in courts in West Virginia, Ohio and Virginia. I have litigated successfully in all of West Virginia's federal district courts and in 21 of the state's 55 counties. I have helped my clients recover millions of dollars in personal injury, discrimination, insurance and contract disputes. I have tried 10 first degree murder cases to verdict along with an array of other major felony cases.
46 years, 3,500 cases
I have litigated and negotiated insurance on behalf of insureds and beneficiaries against most of the major carriers doing business in West Virginia.
46 years, 1,500 cases
48 years, 5,000 cases
48 years, 5,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WV | Active | 1974 | 06/11/2022 |
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This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Harvey’s comment: “Because of an issue with substance abuse thirty five years ago I accepted a four month suspension of my license and was then automatically reinstated. In spite of this blemish, my career over the last thirty years has been above reproach and dedicated to the service of our clients and my community.”
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| Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
|---|---|---|
| Order of the Coif | West Virginia University College of Law | 1974 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | Peyton Law Firm | 1990 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Visiting Committee Wes Virginia University College of Creative Arts | Member | 2012 - Present |
| West Virginia Bar Foundation | Fellow | 2005 - Present |
| West Virginia University College of Law | Dean's Partner | 2001 - Present |
| West Virginia University Alumni Association | Life Member | 1995 - Present |
| West Virginia Association for Justice | Past President and member of Board of Governors | 1980 - Present |
| West Virginia Bar Association | Member, Executive Council, future President | 1977 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | J.D. | 1974 |
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