Atty. Celeste Tiller Jones

Atty. Celeste Tiller Jones

Celeste Tiller Jones is a lawyer practicing health care litigation, product liability litigation, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law. Celeste received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Columbia Columbia 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Celeste Tiller Jones at a glance

Celeste Tiller Jones is a Shareholder based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, and product liability. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1982), U.S. District Court, South Carolina (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1993). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Clemson University (B.S. Nursing, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Celeste Tiller Jones is a lawyer practicing health care litigation, product liability litigation, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
  • Celeste received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Celeste practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Celeste Tiller Jones's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Celeste Tiller Jones handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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White Collar Crimes

Celeste Tiller Jones is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in South Carolina →

Product Liability

Celeste Tiller Jones is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

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 Columbia 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

Common questions about Celeste Tiller Jones

Where is Celeste Tiller Jones's law office located?
Celeste Tiller Jones's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Burr & Forman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Celeste Tiller Jones handle?
Celeste Tiller Jones focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, white collar, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Celeste Tiller Jones practiced law?
Celeste Tiller Jones has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Celeste Tiller Jones go to law school?
Celeste Tiller Jones earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Nursing, 1978).
How can I contact Celeste Tiller Jones for a consultation?
You can contact Celeste Tiller Jones directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Celeste Tiller Jones received?
Celeste Tiller Jones's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1981
B.S. Nursing
Clemson University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, South Carolina
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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