Atty. Peter Ashby Pentony

Atty. Peter Ashby Pentony

Peter Ashby Pentony is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, trusts and estates, personal injury and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Charles Town Charles Town 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Ashby Pentony at a glance

Peter Ashby Pentony is an Associate based in Charles Town, West Virginia, practicing at Law Office of F. Samuel Byrer, PLLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1998), U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia (1998), Maryland (2005), and Virginia (2019). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1998) and West Virginia University (B.S. English, 1995). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Jefferson County and American Bar Associations West Virginia State Bar American Association for Justice West Virginia Association for Justice The National Crime Victim Bar Association. Serands clients in Charles Town, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Ashby Pentony is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, trusts and estates, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Peter practices at Law Office of F. Samuel Byrer, PLLC in Charles Town, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Ashby Pentony's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Ashby Pentony handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Wrongful Death

Peter Ashby Pentony is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Charles Town 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 Peter Ashby Pentony

Where is Peter Ashby Pentony's law office located?
Peter Ashby Pentony's law practice is located in Charles Town, West Virginia. The firm is Law Office of F. Samuel Byrer, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Ashby Pentony handle?
Peter Ashby Pentony focuses on trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Peter Ashby Pentony practiced law?
Peter Ashby Pentony has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Peter Ashby Pentony go to law school?
Peter Ashby Pentony earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S. English, 1995).
How can I contact Peter Ashby Pentony for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Ashby Pentony 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 Peter Ashby Pentony received?
Peter Ashby Pentony's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1998
B.S. English
West Virginia University
- 1995

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1998
Maryland
Admitted: 2005
Virginia
Admitted: 2019

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