Atty. Gary A. Matthews

Atty. Gary A. Matthews

Mr. Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from Marshall University in 1999 with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice.

Huntington Huntington 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary A. Matthews at a glance

Gary A. Matthews is an Of Counsel based in Huntington, West Virginia, practicing at Jenkins Fenstermaker, PLLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (2002), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (2002), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (2011). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Marshall University (B.A. Criminal, 1998). Active member of West Virginia State Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Huntington, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthews graduated Magna Cum Laude from Marshall University in 1999 with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice
  • He completed his legal studies in 2002 at the West Virginia University College of Law
  • He is admitted to the West Virginia State Bar and the United States District Court for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia
  • Mr. Matthews also has practiced in bankruptcy court and in administrative proceedings before the United States Department of Defense
  • Mr. Matthews focuses his practice on litigation and his practice covers a wide area including warranty law, construction law, insurance defense, and design professional litigation
  • He also has experience in white collar criminal defense and election law issues

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Matthews handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Huntington 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 Gary A. Matthews

Where is Gary A. Matthews's law office located?
Gary A. Matthews's law practice is located in Huntington, West Virginia. The firm is Jenkins Fenstermaker, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Matthews handle?
Gary A. Matthews focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Gary A. Matthews practiced law?
Gary A. Matthews has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Gary A. Matthews go to law school?
Gary A. Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Criminal, 1998).
How can I contact Gary A. Matthews for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 2002
B.A. Criminal
Marshall University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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