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J. Brandon Shumaker
also known as Brandon Shumaker
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Morgantown's go-to Criminal Defense Lawyer, Brandon combines experience and knowledge with a courtroom demeanor that allows him to achieve great results both in trial and through alternative resolutions. Selected by SuperLawyers in Criminal Defense for consecutive years.
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Licensed in West Virginia for 15 years
State: West Virginia
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Slavey & Shumaker PLLC
150 Pleasant Street, Morgantown, WV, 26505
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Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Final Review 10/10
Throughout the entire process, which seemed like a lot of waiting time, Brandon was great. I always heard back from him whenever I had any questions. The process was made simple and I never had any issue communicating with him. I was actually unable to attend my hearing because of a business trip, ho...
Posted by Deborah | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
This is the man you want on your team!!
Mr. Shumaker came to me highly recommended. I am so glad I chose him and that he accepted my case. He was personable and professional. He took the time to explain things to me and ease my mind. I could not have asked for better representation and his fees were quite reasonable. I would highly recomme...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Update--Arraignment
Being an extremely emotional person, Brandon has put up with my tears and worries. He is an excellent lawyer who doesn't make me feel like he is trying to scare me into anything and really tells it like it is. The process up to this point has been seamless and he always gets back to me in no time, wh...
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2015
Left me feeling much better
Personable and friendly and did not feel like I was being pressured into any situation. Really took the time to consult with me and lay out every single possibility. Would recommend at least consulting with this lawyer to anyone in trouble who wants to feel like their case matters. Great experience s...
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2015 | Domestic Violence
Case of the Ex
I consulted Brandon Shumaker with my unique case in which an ex girlfriend was trying to hurt me by filling a domestic violence protection order against me just to hinder me from going on to my new career path. Prior to Brandon handling my case all of my belongings was in her possession and law enfo...
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Experience
Honors
2019
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
2017
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
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
2015
Clients' Choice 2015, Avvo
2015
Rated Attorney - Criminal Defense, Lead Counsel
2014
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
2008
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
2001
Scholarship, Fraternal Order of Police
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney - Member, Slavey & Shumaker PLLC
2017 - 2017
Business Law - Adjunct Professor, West Virginia University
2012 - 2019
Attorney, J. Brandon Shumaker, Attorney at Law
2008 - 2012
Attorney, Brewster, Morhous, Cameron, Carruth, Kersey, Moore & Stafford, PLLC
2007 - 2008
Research Assistant, West Virginia University College Of Law
2006 - 2006
Intern, Mercer County Prosecutor's Office
2005 - 2005
Intern, Morgantown Mayor's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2012 - Present
Monongalia County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
United States District Court for Southern District of West VirginiaLicensed
2010 - Present
West Virginia State BarMember
2010 - Present
West Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyer SectionMember
2010 - Present
United States Bankruptcy Court for Southern District of West VirginiaLicensed
2008 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity InternationalAlumni
2013 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
West Virginia State Bar, Young Lawyer SectionExecutive Committee Member
2010 - 2012
Mercer County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2008
West Virginia University Sports and Entertainment Law SocietyFounding Executive Member
2005 - 2008
Public Interest AdvocatesMember
2005 - 2008
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
2008
West Virginia University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
West Virginia University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Young Lawyers Executive Committee Annual Conference
Section 10 Update
2011
Young Lawyers Executive Committee Conference
Section 10 Update
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Reversing Field: Examining Issues of Commercialization, Race and Labor in 21st Century Sports Law
Sports Law
Publications
2010
(editor/research assistant to andre douglas pond cummings)
Reversing Field: Examining Issues of Commercialization, Race and Labor in 21st Century Sports Law
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can I have my underage consumption charge (acquired at age 18) expunged in West Virginia?
03 Jun 2014
Q&A
Recived underage at WVU I'm 18 years old
22 May 2014
Q&A
Is Prostitution a Sexual Offense? Will I have to mention it on applications? What does Conviction and "Dismissed" mean?
16 May 2014