Atty. James Shadd III

Atty. James Shadd III

James Shadd III is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Winthrop College in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Columbia Columbia 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About James Shadd III at a glance

James Shadd III is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Shadd Law Firm, LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2000). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Winthrop College (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Shadd III is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Winthrop College in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • James practices at Shadd Law Firm, LLC in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James Shadd III's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Shadd III

Where is James Shadd III's law office located?
James Shadd III's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Shadd Law Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Shadd III handle?
James Shadd III focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James Shadd III practiced law?
James Shadd III has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did James Shadd III go to law school?
James Shadd III earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact James Shadd III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Shadd III received?
James Shadd III's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2000
B.A.
Winthrop College
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2000

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