Atty. G. Todd Houck

Atty. G. Todd Houck

Attorney G. Todd Houck is engaged in the general practice of law throughout southern West Virginia.

Beckley Beckley 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (681) 532-0271 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About G. Todd Houck at a glance

G. Todd Houck is a Member based in Beckley, West Virginia, practicing at G. Todd Houck. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, drug crimes, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1990), West Virginia (1991), and U.S. District Court Southern District of West Virginia (1991). Educated at University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D. Honors, 1990) and West Virginia University (B.A. History, 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Beckley, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Attorney G. Todd Houck is engaged in the general practice of law throughout southern West Virginia
  • Mr. Houck is a former prosecutor and has represented clients at all levels of litigation – from State Magistrate Court to the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • Mr. Houck has handled a variety of cases relating to motor vehicle and industrial accidents, criminal defense, wills and estates, real estate closings, family law, and complex business litigation
  • Mr. Houck has also devoted much of his practice to representing disabled workers in social security disability claims and federal black lung actions
  • In fact, Mr. Houck successfully represented a coal miner’s widow in a federal black lung survivor’s action before the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • Recently, Mr. Houck has collected damages for coal miners suffering lung diseases caused by defective respirators and filters
  • As a lawyer you can trust Todd Houck is well-equipped to handle virtually any case you may have
  • REPRESENTATIVE CASES Shuff v
  • Cedar Coal Co., 967 F2d 977
  • 506 U.S. 1050 (U.S
  • Court of Appeal, 4th Cir & U.S
  • Supreme Court 1992) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS West Virginia State Bar, 1991 - Present Wyoming Co. Lawyers Association, President, 2005 - Present

Practice Areas Explained

G. Todd Houck's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases G. Todd Houck handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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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 Beckley 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 G. Todd Houck

Where is G. Todd Houck's law office located?
G. Todd Houck's law practice is located in Beckley, West Virginia. The firm is G. Todd Houck. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does G. Todd Houck handle?
G. Todd Houck focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, drug crimes, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has G. Todd Houck practiced law?
G. Todd Houck has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did G. Todd Houck go to law school?
G. Todd Houck earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1990); (B.A. History, 1987).
How can I contact G. Todd Houck for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has G. Todd Houck received?
G. Todd Houck's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D. Honors
University of Tennessee College of Law
- 1990
B.A. History
West Virginia University
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1990
West Virginia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1991

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