John McCartney joined Flaherty in 2014. His practice focuses on business and commercial litigation, insurance coverage and defense and general litigation.

“There is a very human side to the practice of law, even in dealing with large corporations or insurance companies, which makes every day a worthwhile challenge. I am passionate about resolving conflict in a manner which satisfies the needs of each client.”

John excels at recognizing the strengths and weaknesses of each case and prepares accordingly. He is objective, a tough negotiator, and able to present viable arguments well.

Practice Concentrations:

• Commercial Litigation
• Insurance Coverage & Defense
• General Litigation
• Predatory Lending/Unfair Debt Collection
• Consumer Litigation/Breach of Warranty

Education:

•  B.S in Business Administration, West Virginia University (2010)
• J.D., West Virginia University College of Law (2013)

Court Admissions:

• West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals
• United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia
• United States District Court for Northern District of West Virginia

Community Involvement:

•  Legal Aid of West Virginia, Summer Fellow (2011 & 2012)

Awards & Honors:

•  Order of Barristers
• Moot Court National Team member
• Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Society

Other Legal Experience:

•  Associate, Lamp Bartram Levy Trautwein & Perry, PLLC, August 2013 – March 2014
• Student Attorney, West Virginia University College of Law Clinic, September 2012 – May 2013