Atty. J. Franklin McClain
J. Franklin McClain is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, civil litigation, real estate and 4 other areas of law.
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About J. Franklin McClain at a glance
J. Franklin McClain is a City Atty's Off., Anderson based in Anderson, South Carolina. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, and real estate. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1973) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Anderson County and American Bar Associations South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in Anderson, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- J. Franklin McClain is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, civil litigation, real estate and 4 other areas of law
- J. received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- J. practices in Anderson, SC
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J. Franklin McClain's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Franklin McClain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
J. Franklin McClain is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
J. Franklin McClain is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
J. Franklin McClain is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in South Carolina →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
J. Franklin McClain is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
J. Franklin McClain is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Anderson 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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