Atty. James J. Matzureff

Atty. James J. Matzureff

James J. Matzureff is a lawyer practicing insurance defense litigation, appellate practice and procedure, personal injury.

Martinsburg Martinsburg 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About James J. Matzureff at a glance

James J. Matzureff is a Partner based in Martinsburg, West Virginia, practicing at Power, Beck & Matzureff. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1988), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Mississippi College School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Shepherd College (B.A. English, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Berkeley County, West Virginia State and American Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar West Virginia Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Martinsburg, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James J. Matzureff is a lawyer practicing insurance defense litigation, appellate practice and procedure, personal injury
  • James received a B.A. degree from Shepherd College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices at Power, Beck & Matzureff in Martinsburg, WV

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Matzureff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Matzureff 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.

James J. Matzureff is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in West Virginia →

Insurance Law

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

James J. Matzureff is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in West Virginia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Martinsburg 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 James J. Matzureff

Where is James J. Matzureff's law office located?
James J. Matzureff's law practice is located in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The firm is Power, Beck & Matzureff. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Matzureff handle?
James J. Matzureff focuses on personal injury, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has James J. Matzureff practiced law?
James J. Matzureff has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James J. Matzureff go to law school?
James J. Matzureff earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. English, 1983).
How can I contact James J. Matzureff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James J. Matzureff received?
James J. Matzureff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Mississippi College School of Law
- 1986
B.A. English
Shepherd College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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