Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC, is an insurance defense litigation firm in West Virginia and Virginia. Slicer, Dwayne E. Cyrus, Lou Ann S. Cyrus, Karen T. Schaefer.

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC is a civil defense litigation law firm defending businesses, professionals, and insurers in high-stakes litigation. Our skilled attorneys defend clients across a broad range of industries and practice areas, including medical malpractice, construction defects, insurance defense, and governmental and professional liability. Our firm was founded in Charleston, West Virgin

ia, where it remains headquartered. Through succession and expansion, we have grown to meet our clients’ needs. We now have additional offices in Morgantown, WV, and Wi******er, VA, with a combined total of over 20 attorneys who can serve clients in West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Ohio. Our lawyers have an exceptional reputation built upon providing tailored representation for each client. Our “client-first” attitude means that every member of the firm is enthusiastic and dedicated to serving our clients in an effective, efficient, and prompt manner. Shuman, McCuskey & Slicer functions as a nationally ranked law firm through the collaborative effort of our attorneys and staff. Because of our varied backgrounds and levels of expertise in particular practice areas, our attorneys work together to provide insight into cases from differing perspectives. We like to attribute this positive and innovative work style to our founding members as well as our six current owners, William R. McElhinny, Brian J. Warner, and Natalie C. We are proud that half of our firm’s owners are female. For years, our firm and attorneys have had the honor of being recognized by Martindale-Hubbell®, Best Lawyers®, U.S. News and World Report, and Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys by AM Best, which are some of the highest recognitions in the legal profession. We have the experience and knowledge to reduce complex legal matters into simple, understandable issues. When you need help navigating your legal needs, Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC will be there for you.

This morning, our firm laced up for a cause that truly matters. 💗We were honored to participate in the Race for the Ribb...
05/02/2026

This morning, our firm laced up for a cause that truly matters. 💗
We were honored to participate in the Race for the Ribbon at the West Virginia State Capitol, joining our community to support breast cancer awareness and those impacted by it. Grateful to stand with survivors, remember loved ones, and contribute to a cause that makes a real difference across our state.

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC Wi******er/Eastern Panhandle Office attorneys are proud to again be a sponsor of the Busines...
04/29/2026

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC Wi******er/Eastern Panhandle Office attorneys are proud to again be a sponsor of the Business at the Bloom event. Thanks to Solange Taylor,BSN, Esq. for joining us!

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC was a proud sponsor of Jazz & Jambalaya at a beautiful evening held in the Susan Runyan Maie...
04/12/2026

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC was a proud sponsor of Jazz & Jambalaya at a beautiful evening held in the Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center, presented by Friends of Clay Center and African American Philanthropy in Action.

Attorneys from all three SMS offices enjoyed a retreat at Canaan Valley Resort filled with learning and camaraderie.
04/11/2026

Attorneys from all three SMS offices enjoyed a retreat at Canaan Valley Resort filled with learning and camaraderie.

SMS is a proud sponsor of Jazz & Jambalaya at the Clay Center! Good music and good food for a good cause!
04/03/2026

SMS is a proud sponsor of Jazz & Jambalaya at the Clay Center! Good music and good food for a good cause!

A big thank you to Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC for their support as a Jazz Cat Sponsor of Jazz & Jambalaya at the Clay Center! 🎷 Your generosity helps keep the music playing.

SMS’s Charleston office enjoyed its annual Holiday Tapas Luncheon and gift exchange today.
12/10/2025

SMS’s Charleston office enjoyed its annual Holiday Tapas Luncheon and gift exchange today.

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC’s Wi******er/Eastern Panhandle Office enjoyed a holiday party at the Bavarian Inn.
12/07/2025

Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC’s Wi******er/Eastern Panhandle Office enjoyed a holiday party at the Bavarian Inn.

SMS is pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®.SMS received 28 regional...
11/07/2025

SMS is pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®.

SMS received 28 regional rankings in over 25 practice areas.

Best Law Firms® rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. https://www.bestlawfirms.com/firms/shuman-mccuskey-slicer-pllc/50876/US

SMS was a proud sponsor of Bourbon Night with the WVU Medicine Thomas Foundation at a fun, beautiful evening at J.Q. Dic...
09/06/2025

SMS was a proud sponsor of Bourbon Night with the WVU Medicine Thomas Foundation at a fun, beautiful evening at J.Q. Dickinson Salt Works.

SMS was a proud sponsor this evening of this year’s fun-filled “Viva Las Vegas” themed scholarship fundraiser for the Ma...
08/24/2025

SMS was a proud sponsor this evening of this year’s fun-filled “Viva Las Vegas” themed scholarship fundraiser for the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, “Standing Out in Our Field!”

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1411 Virginia Street E Ste 200
Charleston, WV
25301

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