William R. Slicer
CO-FOUNDING | MANAGING MEMBER |
wslicer@shumanlaw.com304-345-1400
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Attorney Bio
BIOGRAPHY
William R. Slicer, an experienced AV Preeminent rated trial lawyer, has been defending national and local companies since 1989. He defends cases involving catastrophic accidents, injuries, discrimination, harassment, business interruption, product defects, property damage, excessive force, municipal liability, construction disputes, and exposure to asbestos, silica, radon, and chemicals.
Mr. Slicer has successfully defended commercial construction companies, trucking companies, engineering firms, manufacturers, national retailers, satellite television companies, oil and gas companies, and insurance companies.
As a managing member and co-founder of Shuman McCuskey Slicer PLLC, he offers superior representation to the firm’s clients, through keen analysis, effective strategy, organization, proper training of assistants, and use of the latest technology.
Mr. Slicer and his wife, Virginia, have two children. He is active in his community, where he has served on various boards and is a member of Charleston Rotary. Mr. Slicer is an instrument-rated pilot. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and ice hockey.
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Education / Admissions
Bar Admissions
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia, 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of West Virginia, 2001
United States Court of Appeals Fourth Circuit, 2016
Education
J.D., Wake Forest University School of Law
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Woodberry Forest School
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Experience & Involvement
Professional Associations and Memberships
Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia