Eric Buckner

Eric Buckner is the managing partner of Katz, Kantor, Stonestreet & Buckner, PLLC, where he represents people harmed by negligence and wrongful conduct. Based in southern West Virginia, his personal injury practice serves seriously injured clients and families throughout Mercer, McDowell, Summers, Raleigh, Wyoming, and Kanawha Counties. Buckner handles matters involving vehicle collisions, medical malpractice, unsafe property conditions, workplace injuries, insurance disputes, and wrongful death.

Buckner earned his J.D. from the West Virginia University College of Law in 2003, graduating within the top quarter of his class. He received the Ned and June Shott Law Scholarship and a CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Contracts II. He previously graduated magna cum laude from West Virginia University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in political science, earning several academic honors.

Since joining the firm in 2003, Buckner has advocated for injured people seeking compensation after serious accidents and other harmful conduct. His practice includes brain and spinal cord injuries, car and truck accidents, construction accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, premises liability, and serious work injuries. He also handles selected family law matters, including adoption, child custody, divorce, guardianship, spousal support, and foster parent representation.

Buckner is admitted in West Virginia and Virginia and practices before state and federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He is also a member of organizations focused on trial advocacy and injury law. Eric Buckner emphasizes clear communication, prompt guidance, and client-centered representation while helping individuals and families navigate difficult legal and financial challenges after life-changing injuries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Katz, Kantor, Stonestreet & Buckner, PLLC
• Member, The West Virginia State Bar
• Member,  Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• West Virginia
• Virginia

Education

• West Virginia University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• West Virginia University
  Bachelor’s Degree