J. Brandon Shumaker
- Morgantown, WV
- Licensed for 9 years
About J.
Morgantown, WV, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, and Criminal Defense attorney.
Languages spoken
English
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WV | Authorized to practice law | 2010 | 10/27/2019 |
| Legal answers | 58 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star in Criminal Defense | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
| Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer | National Trial Lawyers | 2019 |
| "10 Best Attorneys" for Client Satisfaction in West Virginia | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2019 |
| 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2017 |
| Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2016 |
| Selected Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Defense | The National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Best for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2016 |
| Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 Criminal Lawyer in West Virginia | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
| Clients' Choice 2015 | Avvo | 2015 |
| Rated Attorney - Criminal Defense | Lead Counsel | 2015 |
| Clients' Choice 2014 | Avvo | 2014 |
| Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2014 |
| Nominated "10 Best" Attorney for State of West Virginia | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
| Nominated Top 40 Under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
| Rated Attorney - Criminal Defense | Lead Counsel | 2014 |
| Highest Grade in Law Class - Advanced Criminal Procedure | CALI | 2008 |
| Best Overall Trial | WVU College of Law - Trial Advocacy | 2008 |
| Highest Grade in Law Class - Business Torts | CALI | 2008 |
| Scholarship | Fraternal Order of Police | 2001 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | J. Brandon Shumaker, Attorney at Law | 2012 - Present |
| Business Law - Adjunct Professor | West Virginia University | 2017 - 2017 |
| Attorney | Brewster, Morhous, Cameron, Carruth, Kersey, Moore & Stafford, PLLC | 2008 - 2012 |
| Research Assistant | West Virginia University College Of Law | 2007 - 2008 |
| Intern | Mercer County Prosecutor's Office | 2006 - 2006 |
| Intern | Morgantown Mayor's Office | 2005 - 2005 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Monongalia County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| United States District Court for Southern District of West Virginia | Licensed | 2010 - Present |
| West Virginia State Bar | Member | 2010 - Present |
| West Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyer Section | Member | 2010 - Present |
| United States Bankruptcy Court for Southern District of West Virginia | Licensed | 2010 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International | Alumni | 2008 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2013 - 2014 |
| West Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyer Section | Executive Committee Member | 2011 - 2012 |
| Mercer County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - 2012 |
| West Virginia University Sports and Entertainment Law Society | Founding Executive Member | 2007 - 2008 |
| Public Interest Advocates | Member | 2005 - 2008 |
| Phi Alpha Delta | Member | 2005 - 2008 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| (editor/research assistant to andre douglas pond cummings) | Reversing Field: Examining Issues of Commercialization, Race and Labor in 21st Century Sports Law | 2010 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
| West Virginia University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2005 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Young Lawyers Executive Committee Annual Conference | Section 10 Update | 2012 |
| Young Lawyers Executive Committee Conference | Section 10 Update | 2011 |
| Reversing Field: Examining Issues of Commercialization, Race and Labor in 21st Century Sports Law | Sports Law | N/A |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| WVU v. JL | Found not responsible by the WVU Student Conduct Board. |
| State v. M. M. | Dismissal of two charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance. |
| State v. R. M. | Charges dismissed and client released from jail. |
| State v. R. M. | Case dismissed for failure to meet elements of the charge. |
| WVU Office of Student Conduct v. Anonymous | Found responsible as to one charge, not responsible as to remaining, and permitted to remain in school full-time. |
| WVU Office of Student Conduct v. S.F. | Not responsible on contested charges. |
|---|---|
| State v. D.A. | Felony Conspiracy and Possession with Intent to Deliver Heroin Charges Dismissed. |
| State v. A.H. | Failure to Register as a Sex Offender Charges Dismissed. |
| State v. Cl. P. | Domestic Battery charge Dismissed. |
| John v. Ringer (Supreme Court Appeal) | Affirmed by WV Supreme Court in favor of Client |
| State v. Shaffer | Violation of Protective Order charge dismissed |
| Town of Granville v. Jones | Plea agreement - Battery, Obstruction of Justice, Public Intoxication charges dismissed |
| Jager Management v. General Glass Co. | Judgments in favor of client in the amounts of $8,462.94 and $20,776.16 for rent due and attorney's fees |
| State v. Molisee | Charges Dismissed |
| State v. Rowen | Found not guilty. |
| Custer Realty v. MLP and MLP v. Calhoun | Summary Judgment in favor of Client, MLP |
| John v. Ringer | Client was awarded $51,361.09 on our counter-claim. Plaintiff was awarded $15,000 on his claim. |
| Shaffer vs. HSBC Bank Nevada, National Association and Eastpoint Recovery Group, Inc | Out of Court Settlements with both defendants prior to trial |
| Daniels v. West Virginia Office of Ins. Com'r | Affirmed by WV Supreme Court in favor of Client |
| Ellison v. West Virginia Office of Ins. Com'r | Affirmed by WV Supreme Court in favor of Client |
| State v. McCall | Plea agreement - Client sentenced to sixty (60) days in jail |
Brandon = Outstanding Lawyer
Posted by Brian
Tue Aug 14 2018
Best lawyer we have ever had
Posted by Amanda
Wed Jul 11 2018
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(175)Ali Ebrahimzadeh, Real estate Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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Hassan Bazzi, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2016
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I endorse the skills of Attorney J. Brandon Shumaker. He is very smart, very loyal to his clients, and a very competent lawyer. If you are involved in a civil rights-related legal dispute, Attorney Shumaker is the guy to see.
Jared Moore, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 6, 2016
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Sheraz Barkat, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
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Scott Engstrom, Business Attorney on Oct 24, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is well-respected has broad knowledge of the law.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Military law Attorney on Oct 14, 2015
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Mark Clay, Immigration Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
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I highly endorse Mr. Shumaker. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I really want all people to contact him for help.
Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on May 7, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
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Travis Schreurs, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 17, 2014
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Nima Haddadi, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 13, 2014
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Very good attorney that does great work for his clients.
Elizabeth Carpenter, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 28, 2014
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Anna Bristle, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 30, 2014
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Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
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Michael Anderson, Tax Attorney on Sep 25, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. West Virginia’s legal community is fortunate to have an attorney like him.
Joseph Torri, Child support Attorney on Sep 25, 2014
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Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Family Attorney on Sep 17, 2014
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George Munoz, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
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Mr. Shumaker, is an asset to the legal profession and is well respected by his peers and his clients. He has gained an excellent reputation as a top tier advocate and he exemplifies all of the characteristics of a top quality lawyer. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this attorney. –Anthony Munoz, Esq.
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