Atty. Dwayne E. Cyrus
Phi Alpha Delta. Economics Honor Society.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, WV · 37+ Years Experience
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About Dwayne E. Cyrus at a Glance
Dwayne E. Cyrus is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1999). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1989) and Marshall University (B.B.A. Economics, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kanawha County Bar Association West Virginia State Bar Defense Research Institute (Member, Medical Liability Committee) Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia. Serves clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Dwayne E. Cyrus
- Phi Alpha Delta
- Economics Honor Society
- Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Mercer County, 1990-1991
Practice Areas Explained
Dwayne E. Cyrus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwayne E. Cyrus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Medical Malpractice in Charleston
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Civil Litigation in Charleston
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Charleston
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charleston
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 venue, 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.
Charleston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charleston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charleston Choose Dwayne E. Cyrus
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dwayne E. Cyrus's practice in the field of medical malpractice, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Dwayne E. Cyrus brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in West Virginia, U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia, Dwayne E. Cyrus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, litigation, and insurance, Dwayne E. Cyrus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charleston
A Charleston-based practice means Dwayne E. Cyrus attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Dwayne E. Cyrus Handles in Charleston
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