Atty. James Dixon Donovan

Atty. James Dixon Donovan

James Dixon Donovan is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law. James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Brockport in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Columbia Columbia 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Dixon Donovan at a glance

James Dixon Donovan is an Atty. Adviser, Natl. Advocacy Ctr. U.S. Govt. Off. based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and Pennsylvania (1994). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1973) and State University of New York at Brockport (B.A., 1970). Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Dixon Donovan is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law
  • James received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Brockport in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James Dixon Donovan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Dixon Donovan 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.

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Civil Litigation

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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 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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Where is James Dixon Donovan's law office located?
James Dixon Donovan's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Dixon Donovan handle?
James Dixon Donovan focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James Dixon Donovan practiced law?
James Dixon Donovan has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Dixon Donovan go to law school?
James Dixon Donovan earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1973
B.A.
State University of New York at Brockport
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1994

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