Atty. John Cheney Potterfield

Atty. John Cheney Potterfield

Mr. John Cheney Potterfield is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, white collar criminal defense, negligence.

36 yrs experience 36 year
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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.

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  • 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

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.

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Criminal Defense

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 →

White Collar Crimes

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?
John Cheney Potterfield's law practice is located in South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Cheney Potterfield handle?
John Cheney Potterfield focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John Cheney Potterfield practiced law?
John Cheney Potterfield has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Cheney Potterfield go to law school?
John Cheney Potterfield earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact John Cheney Potterfield for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Cheney Potterfield received?
John Cheney Potterfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1989
B.S.
Francis Marion College
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1990

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