Atty. James P. Fields, Jr.

Atty. James P. Fields, Jr.

James P. Fields, Jr. is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, environmental law, administrative law and 4 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James P. Fields, Jr. at a glance

James P. Fields, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on real estate, civil rights, environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Clemson University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James P. Fields, Jr. is a lawyer practicing constitutional law, environmental law, administrative law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Clemson University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James P. Fields, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James P. Fields, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

James P. Fields, Jr. is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in South Carolina →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James P. Fields, Jr. is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in South Carolina →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James P. Fields, Jr. is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in South Carolina →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

James P. Fields, Jr. is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 James P. Fields, Jr.

Where is James P. Fields, Jr.'s law office located?
James P. Fields, Jr.'s law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Burr & Forman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James P. Fields, Jr. handle?
James P. Fields, Jr. focuses on real estate, civil rights, environmental, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James P. Fields, Jr. practiced law?
James P. Fields, Jr. has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James P. Fields, Jr. go to law school?
James P. Fields, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James P. Fields, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact James P. Fields, Jr. 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 P. Fields, Jr. received?
James P. Fields, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1974
B.A.
Clemson University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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