Atty. Stephen S. Burchett

Atty. Stephen S. Burchett

Stephen S. Burchett is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, insurance bad faith and 16 other areas of law.

Huntington Huntington 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen S. Burchett at a glance

Stephen S. Burchett is a Member based in Huntington, West Virginia. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and class action. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky (1992), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1994), and West Virginia (2005). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D. Honors, 1992) and Woodberry Forest School (magna cum laude University of Virginia Class of 1989 B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association Board of Governors, Kentucky Bar Association, 2001-2002 Chair, Young Lawyers Section, Kentucky Bar Association, 2001-2002. Serands clients in Huntington, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen S. Burchett is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, insurance defense, insurance bad faith and 16 other areas of law
  • Stephen S. received a degree from Woodberry Forest School in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Stephen S. practices in Huntington, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen S. Burchett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen S. Burchett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Stephen S. Burchett 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.

Stephen S. Burchett is one of 214,270 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.

Stephen S. Burchett is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Class Action

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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 Huntington 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 Stephen S. Burchett

Where is Stephen S. Burchett's law office located?
Stephen S. Burchett's law practice is located in Huntington, West Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen S. Burchett handle?
Stephen S. Burchett focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Stephen S. Burchett practiced law?
Stephen S. Burchett has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Stephen S. Burchett go to law school?
Stephen S. Burchett earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1992); (magna cum laude University of Virginia Class of 1989 B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Stephen S. Burchett for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen S. Burchett 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 Stephen S. Burchett received?
Stephen S. Burchett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Honors
University of Kentucky College of Law
- 1992
magna cum laude University of Virginia Class of 1989 B.A.
Woodberry Forest School
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
West Virginia
Admitted: 2005

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