Atty. John Christopher Mills

Atty. John Christopher Mills

Mr. John Christopher Mills is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, litigation.

Columbia Columbia 39 yrs experience 39 year
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John Christopher Mills is a criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1987). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (JD, 1986). Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. John Christopher Mills is a lawyer practicing civil rights, criminal defense, litigation
  • John has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

John Christopher Mills's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Christopher Mills handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

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John Christopher Mills is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 John Christopher Mills

Where is John Christopher Mills's law office located?
John Christopher Mills's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Christopher Mills handle?
John Christopher Mills focuses on criminal defense, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John Christopher Mills practiced law?
John Christopher Mills has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Christopher Mills go to law school?
John Christopher Mills earned their education at (JD, 1986).
How can I contact John Christopher Mills for a consultation?
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Education

JD
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1986

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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