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About Douglas H. Westbrook at a glance
Douglas H. Westbrook is a Principal based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Douglas H. Westbrook. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1973) and Virginia (1987). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Wofford College B.A. (—). Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Douglas H. Westbrook is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal law, criminal defense
- Douglas received a B.A. degree from Wofford College, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Douglas practices at Douglas H. Westbrook in Charleston, SC
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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 Charleston 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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