Atty. David Allen Barnette

Atty. David Allen Barnette

David Allen Barnette is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, business and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Concord College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Charleston Charleston 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About David Allen Barnette at a glance

David Allen Barnette is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Jackson Kelly PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1979), Ohio (inactive) (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Concord College (B.A. Science, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kanawha County Bar Association West Virginia Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Allen Barnette is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, mergers / acquisitions, business and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Concord College in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Jackson Kelly PLLC in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

David Allen Barnette's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Allen Barnette handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

David Allen Barnette is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Allen Barnette

Where is David Allen Barnette's law office located?
David Allen Barnette's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Jackson Kelly PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Allen Barnette handle?
David Allen Barnette focuses on business, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has David Allen Barnette practiced law?
David Allen Barnette has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Allen Barnette go to law school?
David Allen Barnette earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Science, 1973).
How can I contact David Allen Barnette for a consultation?
You can contact David Allen Barnette directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Allen Barnette received?
David Allen Barnette's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton School of Law
- 1979
B.A. Science
Concord College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1979
Ohio (inactive)
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989

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