Atty. Frances C. Whiteman

Atty. Frances C. Whiteman

Frances C. Whiteman is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, tax and 3 other areas of law.

Fairmont Fairmont 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Frances C. Whiteman at a glance

Frances C. Whiteman is a Member based in Fairmont, West Virginia, practicing at Whiteman & Burdette, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1993), and North Carolina (1999). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1992) and West Virginia University (B.S. West, 1982). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Fairmont, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frances C. Whiteman is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, tax and 3 other areas of law
  • Frances received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1982, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Frances practices at Whiteman & Burdette, PLLC in Fairmont, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Frances C. Whiteman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frances C. Whiteman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Frances C. Whiteman is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Frances C. Whiteman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in West Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Frances C. Whiteman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

Frances C. Whiteman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Fairmont 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 Frances C. Whiteman

Where is Frances C. Whiteman's law office located?
Frances C. Whiteman's law practice is located in Fairmont, West Virginia. The firm is Whiteman & Burdette, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frances C. Whiteman handle?
Frances C. Whiteman focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Frances C. Whiteman practiced law?
Frances C. Whiteman has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Frances C. Whiteman go to law school?
Frances C. Whiteman earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. West, 1982).
How can I contact Frances C. Whiteman for a consultation?
You can contact Frances C. Whiteman 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 Frances C. Whiteman received?
Frances C. Whiteman's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1992
B.S. West
West Virginia University
- 1982

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1993
North Carolina
Admitted: 1999

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