Atty. John Cheney Potterfield
Mr. John Cheney Potterfield is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, white collar criminal defense, negligence.
Profile Summary
About John Cheney Potterfield at a glance
John Cheney Potterfield is a personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar attorney practicing in South Carolina. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1990). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1989) and Francis Marion College (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Richland County Bar Association South Carolina Bar South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Mr. John Cheney Potterfield is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, white collar criminal defense, negligence
- John received a B.S. degree from Francis Marion College in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
- John practices in Columbia, SC
Practice Areas Explained
John Cheney Potterfield's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Cheney Potterfield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
John Cheney Potterfield is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John Cheney Potterfield is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
John Cheney Potterfield is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar 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. 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.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about John Cheney Potterfield
Where is John Cheney Potterfield's law office located?
What practice areas does John Cheney Potterfield handle?
How long has John Cheney Potterfield practiced law?
Where did John Cheney Potterfield go to law school?
How can I contact John Cheney Potterfield for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has John Cheney Potterfield received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.