Atty. Jody A. Bedenbaugh

Atty. Jody A. Bedenbaugh

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law.

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Profile Summary

About Jody A. Bedenbaugh at a glance

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is a business, bankruptcy, and foreclosure attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. Admitted to practice in South Carolina, South Carolina. Educated at The University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law (2026). Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jody A. Bedenbaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
  • Jody A., who practices law in Columbia, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2016
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jody A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Jody A. Bedenbaugh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jody A. Bedenbaugh 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.

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in South Carolina →

Foreclosure Defense

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure 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 Jody A. Bedenbaugh

Where is Jody A. Bedenbaugh's law office located?
Jody A. Bedenbaugh's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jody A. Bedenbaugh handle?
Jody A. Bedenbaugh focuses on business, bankruptcy, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
Where did Jody A. Bedenbaugh go to law school?
Jody A. Bedenbaugh earned their education at (J.D., 2003).
How can I contact Jody A. Bedenbaugh for a consultation?
You can contact Jody A. Bedenbaugh 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 Jody A. Bedenbaugh received?
Jody A. Bedenbaugh's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2003

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law, Columbia (SC)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law, Columbia (SC)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

South Carolina, South Carolina

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