Atty. James J. Corbett

Atty. James J. Corbett

Mr. James J.

Columbia Columbia 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (854) 246-2968 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James J. Corbett at a glance

James J. Corbett is a Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at James J. Corbett. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1988), U.S District Court, District of South Carolina (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D. Broadcast, 1988) and University of South Carolina (B.A. Broadcast, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Richland County Bar Association South Carolina Bar South Carolina Trial Lawyers' Association. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James J. Corbett is a lawyer practicing business, employment & labor, medical malpractice and 41 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at James J. Corbett in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Corbett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Corbett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Probate

James J. Corbett is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Carolina →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James J. Corbett is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →

Wrongful Death

James J. Corbett is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

James J. Corbett is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Columbia or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James J. Corbett

Where is James J. Corbett's law office located?
James J. Corbett's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is James J. Corbett. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Corbett handle?
James J. Corbett focuses on car accidents, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James J. Corbett practiced law?
James J. Corbett has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James J. Corbett go to law school?
James J. Corbett earned their education at (J.D. Broadcast, 1988); (B.A. Broadcast, 1983).
How can I contact James J. Corbett for a consultation?
You can contact James J. Corbett 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 James J. Corbett received?
James J. Corbett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Broadcast
University of South Carolina
- 1988
B.A. Broadcast
University of South Carolina
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1988
U.S District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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