Atty. George B. Cauthen

Atty. George B. Cauthen

Mr. George B.

Columbia Columbia 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About George B. Cauthen at a glance

George B. Cauthen is a Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1977) and Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Seventh and Eleventh Circuits U.S. Distric (2000). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of South Carolina (B.A. History, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute Turnaround Management Association South Carolina Bankruptcy Bar Association and American College of Bankruptcy. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. George B. Cauthen is a lawyer practicing partnership, bankruptcy / chapter 7, debtor and creditor bankruptcy law
  • George received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • George practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

George B. Cauthen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases George B. Cauthen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

George B. Cauthen is one of 8,886 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

George B. Cauthen is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 George B. Cauthen

Where is George B. Cauthen's law office located?
George B. Cauthen's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George B. Cauthen handle?
George B. Cauthen focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has George B. Cauthen practiced law?
George B. Cauthen has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did George B. Cauthen go to law school?
George B. Cauthen earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. History, 1970).
How can I contact George B. Cauthen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has George B. Cauthen received?
George B. Cauthen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1977
B.A. History
University of South Carolina
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1977
Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Seventh and Eleventh Circuits U.S. Distric
Admitted: 2000

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