Atty. Eric J Buckner
Eric Buckner joined Katz, Kantor, Stonestreet & Buckner (formerly Katz, Kantor & Perkins, PLLC) in 2003 after graduating from the West Virginia University College of Law. He currently serves as the firm’s managing partner.
Brain Injuries & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, WV · 22+ Years Experience
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About Eric J Buckner at a Glance
Eric J Buckner is a Managing Partner based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Katz Kantor Stonestreet & Buckner, PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in West Virginia Virginia (2004). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 2003) and West Virginia University (B.A. Psychology, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Mercer County Bar Association West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric J Buckner
- Eric Buckner joined Katz, Kantor, Stonestreet & Buckner (formerly Katz, Kantor & Perkins, PLLC) in 2003 after graduating from the West Virginia University College of Law
- He currently serves as the firm’s managing partner
- Since graduating from law school, Eric has been the voice for victims injured by the negligence and wrongful conduct of others
- Eric has sought justice for seriously injured clients and their families throughout Mercer, McDowell, Summers, Raleigh, Wyoming and Kanawha Counties
- Besides his many credentials listed below, he was influenced early in life by the justice system, as his father, Harold Buckner, served Mercer County as Magistrate and Sheriff
- In 2005, Eric married his wife, Sonya Anderson Buckner, and they extended their family with the birth of a beautiful daughter in 2007
- His family, faith, love of golf and WVU football keep him busy when outside the office
- Eric is a member of Johnston Chapel Baptist Church and Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce
- Eric excels in representing the citizens of southern West Virginia and works tirelessly to help them receive the justice they deserve
- Helping families obtain the compensation they desperately need during some of the most trying times in their life is the purpose in which he feels he was called to serve
- With a lifelong commitment to being a member and servant of our community, Eric believes in building client relationships through exceptional communication and is dedicated to putting his clients’ best interest first
- Mr. Buckner offers immediate advice and counsel so you may obtain the best possible outcome for your case
Practice Areas Explained
Eric J Buckner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J Buckner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Car Accidents in Charleston
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Truck Accidents in Charleston
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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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Wrongful Death in Charleston
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Personal Injury in Charleston
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.
Eric J Buckner is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →
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 Eric J Buckner
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 Eric J Buckner's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric J Buckner brings 22+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and medical malpractice, Eric J Buckner 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 Eric J Buckner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric J Buckner Handles in Charleston
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric J Buckner directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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