Alan Harvey Simms, Personal Injury Attorney in Elizabeth, West Virginia
Over 51 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatAlan H. Simms
Elizabeth West, WV
Practicing personal injury in Elizabeth since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Alan Harvey Simms is a member based in Elizabeth, WV. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Alan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Alan H. Simms. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Elizabeth, WV
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Elizabeth, WV.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan Harvey Simms: Alan Harvey Simms is a member based in Elizabeth, WV. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Alan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Alan H. Simms. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Elizabeth, West Virginia
Alan takes personal injury matters in Elizabeth, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan Harvey Simms — personal injury lawyer in Elizabeth
Alan Harvey Simms is a member based in Elizabeth, WV. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Alan has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Alan H. Simms. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alan Harvey Simms is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical negligence. Alan received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years. Alan practices at Alan H. Simms in Elizabeth, WV.
Working with Alan on a personal injury matter
Alan Harvey Simms is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical negligence. Alan received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years. Alan practices at Alan H. Simms in Elizabeth, WV.
Who Alan represents
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Elizabeth and the surrounding West Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard University
J.D. · 1970
Rutgers University
B.A. · 1967
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
West Virginia
1976 · ACTIVE
New York
1975 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in Rutgers University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Harvard University and B.A. in Rutgers University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
West Virginia State Bar Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Alan Harvey Simms's office in Elizabeth
Alan's primary office is at 626 Newark Rd., Elizabeth, WV, 26143-0550. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Alan Harvey Simms — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Alan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Elizabeth.
5.0
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How to hire Alan Harvey Simms — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Elizabeth, West Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Harvey Simms
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in West Virginia typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Elizabeth?
Alan is licensed in West Virginia. Matters governed by West Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Elizabeth, Charleston and Morgantown in West Virginia
Alan handles personal injury matters throughout West Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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