Atty. James W. Cavanaugh

Atty. James W. Cavanaugh

James W. Cavanaugh is a lawyer practicing administration, acquisitions, corporate governance and 2 other areas of law.

Kiawah Island Kiawah Island 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James W. Cavanaugh at a glance

James W. Cavanaugh is a business and m&a attorney based in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1974), Missouri (1974), Georgia (1979), and Minnesota (1982). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Tax, 1977) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kiawah Island, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Cavanaugh is a lawyer practicing administration, acquisitions, corporate governance and 2 other areas of law
  • James W. received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James W. practices in Kiawah Island, SC

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Cavanaugh's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James W. Cavanaugh is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Mergers & Acquisitions

James W. Cavanaugh is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Kiawah Island 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 W. Cavanaugh

Where is James W. Cavanaugh's law office located?
James W. Cavanaugh's law practice is located in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Cavanaugh handle?
James W. Cavanaugh focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has James W. Cavanaugh practiced law?
James W. Cavanaugh has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James W. Cavanaugh go to law school?
James W. Cavanaugh earned their education at (LL.M. Tax, 1977); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact James W. Cavanaugh for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Cavanaugh 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 W. Cavanaugh received?
James W. Cavanaugh's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Tax
Georgetown University
- 1977
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1974
Missouri
Admitted: 1974
Georgia
Admitted: 1979
Minnesota
Admitted: 1982

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