David J. Straface

David J. Straface serves as of counsel with Angotti & Straface Attorneys at Law L.C. in Morgantown, West Virginia. He represents individuals and commercial entities in personal injury, criminal defense, domestic relations, and trial matters. His general litigation practice covers both personal legal concerns and business disputes. He works with clients on the evaluation of claims, courtroom preparation, negotiations, and legal questions requiring practical trial experience.

Straface earned a J.D. from West Virginia University College of Law and a B.S. in Business Finance from West Virginia University. This combination of legal training and business-focused undergraduate study supports his work with both individual and commercial clients. He was admitted to practice in West Virginia in 1981 and later obtained admission to federal district courts and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

His primary practice areas include personal injury claims brought on behalf of plaintiffs, criminal defense, criminal litigation, divorce, and other domestic relations matters. Straface has represented clients throughout West Virginia and in appellate proceedings before the Fourth Circuit. His practice includes matters in which careful factual analysis, assessment of damages or defenses, and preparation for contested hearings or trials are essential.

David J. Straface is a member of the West Virginia Bar Association, the Monongalia County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. His longstanding courtroom background informs his work in cases involving both contested personal claims and complex legal questions. He continues to provide litigation-focused representation to clients in Morgantown and communities across West Virginia.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Angotti & Straface, L.C.
• Member, The West Virginia State Bar
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Monongalia County Bar Association
• Member, West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• West Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor of Science (BS) in Major: Business Finance

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