Atty. David S. Russo

Atty. David S. Russo

David S. Russo is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, complex litigation, employment law and 2 other areas of law.

Charleston Charleston 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About David S. Russo at a glance

David S. Russo is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Robinson & McElwee PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in West Virginia Supreme Court of the United States United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit Unit (1988) and Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia (1988). Educated at Bowdoin College (B.A. Political, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kanawha County Bar Association West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Bar Association. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David S. Russo is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, complex litigation, employment law and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Bowdoin College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • David practices at Robinson & McElwee PLLC in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

David S. Russo's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

David S. Russo is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in West Virginia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David S. Russo is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David S. Russo is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

David S. Russo is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in West Virginia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David S. Russo is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in West Virginia →

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 S. Russo

Where is David S. Russo's law office located?
David S. Russo's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Robinson & McElwee PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David S. Russo handle?
David S. Russo focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has David S. Russo practiced law?
David S. Russo has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David S. Russo go to law school?
David S. Russo earned their education at (B.A. Political, 1983).
How can I contact David S. Russo for a consultation?
You can contact David S. Russo 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 S. Russo received?
David S. Russo's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A. Political
Bowdoin College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia Supreme Court of the United States United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit Unit
Admitted: 1988
Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Admitted: 1988

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