David R. Pence

David R. Pence is an attorney at Zerbe & Pence, PLLC in Charleston, WV. Pence represents clients in criminal defense, DUI and traffic matters, and Social Security disability cases. The practice includes felony and misdemeanor defense, DUI and traffic representation, Social Security disability claims, trial work, and appeals. The work often requires rapid analysis of charges, evidence, constitutional issues, court procedure, and the immediate personal consequences a criminal case can create.

Pence earned a B.S. in Finance from Marshall University in 2002, cum laude, and a J.D. from the West Virginia University College of Law in 2005. Pence has practiced in West Virginia since completing law school. That training supports the legal research, motion practice, courtroom advocacy, and case assessment required in criminal defense and related proceedings.

Pence’s experience includes criminal cases ranging from serious felony charges to DUI and traffic matters, along with Social Security disability representation. His reported matters include co-counsel work resulting in a not-guilty verdict in a murder case and appellate work involving West Virginia DUI law. These matters require close review of the evidence, procedural history, available defenses, sentencing exposure, and the strategic choices that arise before trial or appeal.

David R. Pence has presented continuing legal education seminars and participates in professional organizations connected with criminal defense and trial practice. His work combines courtroom defense, appellate issues, and representation of clients navigating the Social Security disability process. The practice remains focused on protecting clients rights, testing the government case, and helping individuals understand the legal options available at each stage of a criminal matter.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Zerbe & Pence, PLLC
• Member, The West Virginia State Bar
• Member, West Virginia DUI Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, National College of DUI Defense
• Member, National Organization of Social Security Claimant’s Representatives (NOSSCR)

Licensed State

• West Virginia

Education

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

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