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Atty. Bernard J. McAuley

Atty. Bernard J. McAuley

Bernard J. McAuley is a lawyer practicing product liability, deep mining litigation, trucking industry defense litigation and 1 other area of law.

St. Helena Island St. Helena Island 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About Bernard J. McAuley at a glance

Bernard J. McAuley is a criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and insurance attorney based in St. Helena Island, South Carolina. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1962) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, U.S. Su (1962). Educated at Duquesne University (LL.B., 1962) and Duquesne University (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Helena Island, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bernard J. McAuley is a lawyer practicing product liability, deep mining litigation, trucking industry defense litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Bernard received a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Bernard practices in St. Helena Island, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard J. McAuley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard J. McAuley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Bernard J. McAuley is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →

Product Liability

Bernard J. McAuley is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bernard J. McAuley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Helena Island are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Bernard J. McAuley's law office located?
Bernard J. McAuley's law practice is located in St. Helena Island, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard J. McAuley handle?
Bernard J. McAuley focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Bernard J. McAuley practiced law?
Bernard J. McAuley has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Bernard J. McAuley go to law school?
Bernard J. McAuley earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Bernard J. McAuley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bernard J. McAuley received?
Bernard J. McAuley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Duquesne University
- 1962
B.A.
Duquesne University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, U.S. Su
Admitted: 1962

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