Atty. Harvey D. Peyton

Atty. Harvey D. Peyton

Harvey D. Peyton is a lawyer practicing employer liability (federal), personal injury law, criminal trial practice and 2 other areas of law.

Nitro Nitro 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Harvey D. Peyton at a glance

Harvey D. Peyton is a Member based in Nitro, West Virginia, practicing at Peyton Law Firm. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and insurance. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1978). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1974) and West Virginia University (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kanawha County and Putnam County Bar Associations The West Virginia State Bar Association of Trial Lawyers of America West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Nitro, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Harvey D. Peyton is a lawyer practicing employer liability (federal), personal injury law, criminal trial practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Harvey received a A.B. degree from West Virginia University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Harvey practices at Peyton Law Firm in Nitro, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Harvey D. Peyton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Harvey D. Peyton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Harvey D. Peyton is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in West Virginia →

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.

Harvey D. Peyton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

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.

Harvey D. Peyton is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in West Virginia →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Harvey D. Peyton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Harvey D. Peyton is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Nitro 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.

Looking for additional West Virginia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Nitro or all attorneys in West Virginia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Harvey D. Peyton

Where is Harvey D. Peyton's law office located?
Harvey D. Peyton's law practice is located in Nitro, West Virginia. The firm is Peyton Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Harvey D. Peyton handle?
Harvey D. Peyton focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Harvey D. Peyton practiced law?
Harvey D. Peyton has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Harvey D. Peyton go to law school?
Harvey D. Peyton earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Harvey D. Peyton for a consultation?
You can contact Harvey D. Peyton 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 Harvey D. Peyton received?
Harvey D. Peyton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1974
A.B.
West Virginia University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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