Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC: Law Firm Profile

About this firm

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC is a civil defense litigation law firm defending businesses, professionals, and insurers in high-stakes lawsuits. Our attorneys are skilled in defending clients across a broad range of industries and practice areas, including medical malpractice, construction defects, insurance defense, and governmental and professional liability.

Our firm was founded in Charleston, West Virginia, where it remains headquartered. Through succession and expansion, we have grown to adapt to our clients' needs. We now have additional offices in Morgantown, WV, and Winchester, VA, with a combined total of over 20 attorneys who can serve clients in West Virginia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio, and New York.

Our lawyers have an exceptional reputation built upon providing tailored representation for each client. Our "client-first" attitude means that every member of the firm is enthusiastic and dedicated to serving their clients in an effective, efficient, and prompt manner. Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC functions as a nationally ranked law firm through the collaborative effort of our attorneys and staff. Because of our varied backgrounds and levels of expertise in particular practice areas, our attorneys work together to provide insight into cases from differing perspectives. We like to attribute this positive and innovative work style to our founding members, David L. Shuman and John F. McCuskey, both Of Counsel, and William R. Slicer, the firm's Managing Member. In addition to Mr. Slicer, Dwayne E. Cyrus, Lou Ann S. Cyrus, Karen T. McElhinny, Brian J. Warner, and Natalie C. Schaefer exist as Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC's current owners, who continue to uphold the diligent work ethic of our firm which was founded over 20 years ago.

For years, our firm and attorneys have had the honor of being recognized by Martindale-Hubbell®, Best Lawyers®, U.S. News and World Report, and Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys by AM Best, which are some of the most highly sought after recognitions in the legal industry. We have the experience and know-how to reduce complex legal matters into simple, understandable issues. When you need help navigating your legal needs, Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC will be there for you.

Areas of Practice

Product Failure
Product Recall
Product Safety
Product Warning Labels
Products Liability Insurance Coverage
Products Liability Defense
Recreational Products Liability
Recreational Vehicle Products Liability
Information and Privacy
Privacy Litigation
Privacy and Publicity
Right of Publicity
Right of Privacy
Privacy Law
Private Security Litigation
Premises Security
Negligent Security
Inadequate Security
Premises Liability
Personal Injury Defense
Negligence Defense
Negligence
Natural Resources
Coal Mining
Drainage Law
Drainage and Levee
Mineral Law
Mine Safety
Liquefied Natural Gas
Mining Law
Natural Gas
Oil and Gas Litigation
Oilfield Personal Injury
Municipal Law
Municipal Defense
Municipal Risk Management
Municipal Torts
Medical Malpractice
Birth Trauma
Chiropractors Malpractice
Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice
Oncology Law
Optometric Malpractice
Orthopedic Malpractice
Pediatric Malpractice
Pharmacists Liability
Physicians Professional Liability
Physicians Rights
Physicians Risk Management
Podiatric Malpractice
Psychiatric Malpractice
Psychology Malpractice
Psychotherapy Law
Wrong Site Surgery
Failure to Diagnose
Newspaper Law
Media Law
Litigation
Civil Litigation
Complex Litigation
Complex and Multi-District Litigation
Defense Litigation
Federal Civil Litigation
Federal Litigation
Long-Arm Litigation
Trial Practice
U.S. Supreme Court Litigation
Libel, Slander and Defamation
Defamation
Libel Defense
Libel and Slander
Media Libel
Legal Malpractice
Domain Names
Cybersquatting
E-Commerce
Internet Insurance
Internet Liability
Internet Litigation
Web Site Development
Automobile Insurance Fraud Defense
Automobile Insurance Defense
Automobile Liability Defense
Casualty Insurance Defense
Commercial Insurance Defense
Disability Insurance Defense
Arson and Insurance Fraud
Extra Contractual Insurance Defense
Fire Insurance Defense
Life Insurance Defense
No Fault Auto Insurance Defense
Personal Liability Defense
Property Damage Defense
Public Liability Defense
Property Insurance Defense
Reinsurance Defense
Self Insured Defense
Insurance
Accident Insurance
Automobile Insurance
Automobile Insurance Coverage
Automobile Liability
Casualty Insurance
Captive Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Commercial Property Insurance
Excess Coverage
Excess and Reinsurance
Extra Contractual Insurance Claims
Fire Insurance
First Party Insurance
First and Third Party Insurance
General Liability
Indemnity
Insurance Adjuster Liability
Insurance Administration
Insurance Agents and Brokers Defense
Insurance Agents and Brokers Errors and Omissions
Insurance Agents and Brokers Malpractice
Insurance Arbitration
Insurance Bad Faith
Insurance Contracts
Insurance Coverage
Insurance Fraud
Insurance Litigation
Property Damage
Property Insurance
Personal Liability
Property Insurance Coverage
Risk Management
Unfair Insurance Practices
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Arbitration
Hospital Law
Emergency Medical Services Law
Hospital Liability
Hospital Liability Defense
Hospital Negligence
Hospital Premises Liability
Hospital Risk Management
Health Care
Health Care Liability
Health Care Litigation
Health Care Privacy
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Long Term Care
Nursing Home Liability
Nursing Home Litigation
Nursing Home Negligence
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
County Government Law
County Liability
Government Agency Practice
Government Immunity
Government Risk Management
Government Tort Liability
Governmental Defense
Federal Tort Claims
Governmental Law
Governmental Liability
Local Government Defense
Local Government Law
Local Government Liability
Political Subdivision Liability
Public Officials Liability
Financial Institutions Law
Financial Institutions Litigation
Administrative Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appeals
Architect & Engineering Liability
Aviation Law
Bank Operations & Lender Liability
Business Litigation
Civil Rights Litigation
Class Actions & Mass Torts
Coal Mining Accidents
Coal Mining Safety & Compliance
Construction Law
Employment & Deliberate Intent Litigation
Environmental Law
Errors & Omissions Litigation
Gas & Coal Litigation
General Litigation
Government Relations
Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith
Long-Term Care & Nursing Home Litigation
OSHA & MSHA Compliance
Products Liability
Professional Liability
Professional Malpractice
Public Utilities
Retail, Restaurant, & Hospitality
State, Municipal & Public Entities
Toxic Exposure

Peer Reviews

4.5/5.0 (192 reviews)

Legal Knowledge
4.5/5.0
Analytical Capability
4.5/5.0
Judgment
4.4/5.0
Communication
4.5/5.0
Legal Experience
4.4/5.0

5.0/5.0 Review for Natalie C. Schaefer by a Member on 10/16/13 in Civil Litigation

Natalie is a superb lawyer who has demonstrated skills and abilities beyond her years. She practices in a manner where her ethical approach is above question.

Natalie is a superb lawyer who has demonstrated skills and abilities beyond her years. She practices in a manner where her ethical approach is above question. Read less
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4.8/5.0 Review for Natalie C. Schaefer by a Partner on 10/16/13 in Civil Litigation

Natalie is tough, smart and pragmatic. She does an excellent job walking that fine line between advocacy and obstinance.

Natalie is tough, smart and pragmatic. She does an excellent job walking that fine line between advocacy and obstinance. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Brian J. Warner by a Attorney on 11/14/19 in Litigation

Very good attorney.

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5.0/5.0 Review for Roberta F. Green by a Managing Partner on 03/26/19 in Insurance Defense

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5.0/5.0 Review for Roberta F. Green by a Member on 03/18/19 in Insurance Defense

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5.0/5.0 Review for Dwayne E. Cyrus by a Counsel on 11/01/17 in Civil Litigation

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5.0/5.0 Review for Brian J. Warner by a Member on 08/09/17 in Litigation

Mr. Warner is an excellent attorney. I am consistently impressed with his work ethic and zealous advocacy for his clients. He is committed to providing his clients exemplary representation. He has handled a wide array of cases, including complex m... Read more
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Mr. Warner is an excellent attorney. I am consistently impressed with his work ethic and zealous advocacy for his clients. He is committed to providing his clients exemplary representation. He has handled a wide array of cases, including complex mass litigation matters, with great success. He is conscientious, analytical,, trustworthy, and a will work tirelessly in furtherance of clients' needs. He is a respected colleague, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Emily L. Lilly by a Government Counsel on 11/04/16 in Medical Malpractice

Ms. Lilly is extremely capable and thorough. She is trustworthy and ethical, as well as bold and articulate. She is a strong advocate.

Ms. Lilly is extremely capable and thorough. She is trustworthy and ethical, as well as bold and articulate. She is a strong advocate. Read less
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5.0/5.0 Review for Emily L. Lilly by a Partner on 11/04/16 in Insurance

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5.0/5.0 Review for Emily L. Lilly by a Associate on 11/03/16 in Personal Injury

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