Atty. Michael David Payne

Atty. Michael David Payne

Michael David Payne is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, criminal litigation and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University College of Business and Economics in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Charleston Charleston 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael David Payne at a glance

Michael David Payne is a Member based in Charleston, West Virginia, practforg at Law Offices of Redman, Payne and Muldoon, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and discrimination. Admitted to practice in West Virginia U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia U.S. District Court, Northern (2001). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 2001) and West Virginia University College of Business and Economics (B.S., 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael David Payne is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, criminal litigation and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University College of Business and Economics in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Michael practices at Law Offices of Redman, Payne and Muldoon, PLLC in Charleston, WV and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Payne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David Payne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

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

Michael David Payne is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in West Virginia →

Wills

Michael David Payne is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in West Virginia →

Child Custody & Visitation

Michael David Payne is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in West Virginia →

Trusts

Michael David Payne is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in West Virginia →

Workplace Discrimination

Michael David Payne is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

Practforg 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 Charleston 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 Michael David Payne

Where is Michael David Payne's law office located?
Michael David Payne's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Law Offices of Redman, Payne and Muldoon, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Payne handle?
Michael David Payne focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, discrimination. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Michael David Payne practiced law?
Michael David Payne has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Michael David Payne go to law school?
Michael David Payne earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1998).
How can I contact Michael David Payne for a consultation?
You can contact Michael David Payne 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 Michael David Payne received?
Michael David Payne's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 2001
B.S.
West Virginia University College of Business and Economics
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

West Virginia U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia U.S. District Court, Northern
Admitted: 2001

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