With a passion for excellence and a commitment to justice, Ms. Umina brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her practice. Raised in the picturesque Pacific Northwest, she developed a competitive spirit as a gymnast during her childhood. Graduating magna cum laude from West Virginia University, she continued her academic journey at the West Virginia University College of Law.
During her time in law school, Ms. Umina distinguished herself in the Land Use and Sustainable Development Law Clinic, where she dedicated her efforts to assisting local communities and organizations in their planning, zoning, and conservation endeavors. This experience sparked her passion for making a positive impact through the law.
Prior to joining Umina Legal, Ms. Umina served as in-house counsel for a prominent demolition, construction, and hazard remediation company based in Fairmont, WV. In this role, she gained invaluable knowledge and experience in various practice areas, including real estate law, labor and employment law, administrative law, environmental law, trademark law, insurance law, immigration law, workers compensation law, civil litigation, arbitration, union relations, and construction litigation.
Ms. Umina's practice focuses on business law, business litigation, general litigation, criminal defense, consumer rights, civil rights, wrongful death, and personal injury. Her dedication to achieving justice and her exceptional trial skills have earned her recognition as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star multiple years in a row and a place on the prestigious National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 list.
Beyond her legal pursuits, Ms. Umina has also made a significant impact as a competitive gymnastics coach for over fifteen years, nurturing and guiding numerous state, regional, and national champions.
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In her commitment to serving the community, Ms. Umina also holds the position of Monongalia County Fiduciary Commissioner, demonstrating her dedication to fairness and integrity beyond the confines of her normal legal practice.
With a proven track record of success, Ms. Umina is ready to provide you with exceptional legal representation and guide you through the complexities of the legal system. Schedule a consultation today to discover how her expertise and passion can make a difference in your case.
