Atty. Michael Shawn Bailey

Atty. Michael Shawn Bailey

Michael Shawn Bailey is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction law, criminal law and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from West Virginia University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Barboursville Barboursville 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Shawn Bailey at a glance

Michael Shawn Bailey is a Member based in Barboursville, West Virginia, practicing at Bailey & Howard, PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (2000), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2000), and Kentucky (2001). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D. B.S.Ch.E., 2000) and West Virginia University (B.S.Ch.E. West, 1997). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Barboursville, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Shawn Bailey is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction law, criminal law and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from West Virginia University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Michael practices at Bailey & Howard, PLLC in Barboursville, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Shawn Bailey's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Wills

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Barboursville 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 Shawn Bailey

Where is Michael Shawn Bailey's law office located?
Michael Shawn Bailey's law practice is located in Barboursville, West Virginia. The firm is Bailey & Howard, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Shawn Bailey handle?
Michael Shawn Bailey focuses on formation, wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Michael Shawn Bailey practiced law?
Michael Shawn Bailey has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Michael Shawn Bailey go to law school?
Michael Shawn Bailey earned their education at (J.D. B.S.Ch.E., 2000); (B.S.Ch.E. West, 1997).
How can I contact Michael Shawn Bailey for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Shawn Bailey 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.

Education

J.D. B.S.Ch.E.
West Virginia University
- 2000
B.S.Ch.E. West
West Virginia University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
Kentucky
Admitted: 2001

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