Christopher J. Plybon

Christopher J. Plybon is a veteran attorney and partner at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, based in Huntington, West Virginia. Practicing law since 1983, Mr. Plybon focuses on real estate, banking, bankruptcy, and commercial transactions. With over four decades of legal experience, he advises public and private sector clients on high-value projects and financial matters across the tri-state area.

Christopher J. Plybon earned his B.A., magna cum laude, in Mathematics and Psychology from Vanderbilt University and his J.D. from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 1983.

Mr. Plybon is a recognized leader in shaping West Virginia’s tax-delinquent property sale laws and is a go-to advisor for real estate development, workouts, and restructuring. With deep experience in property, finance, and collections law, he helps clients navigate complex regulatory requirements and high-stakes real estate transactions. A frequent speaker and published author on real estate and financial law topics, he has also served as an adjunct professor at Marshall University’s Community College.

Mr. Plybon is admitted to practice in Ohio and West Virginia, including the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia. His professional affiliations include the West Virginia State Bar, the American Bar Association, and the West Virginia Law Institute.

Christopher J. Plybon has been repeatedly recognized by Best Lawyers®, including as “Lawyer of the Year” in Charleston for Real Estate Law and Project Finance. He has also been honored by Chambers USA® and Super Lawyers® for his excellence in real estate and commercial law. Clients rely on Mr. Plybon for his practical insight, strategic legal solutions, and deep commitment to effective and ethical representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
• Member, West Virginia State Bar
• Member, Ohio Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, West Virginia Law Institute

Licensed State

• West Virginia
• Ohio

Education

• Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Vanderbilt University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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