Atty. John Dunlap Rhea

Atty. John Dunlap Rhea

John Dunlap Rhea is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law. John received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Fairview Fairview 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About John Dunlap Rhea at a glance

John Dunlap Rhea is a criminal defense and federal crimes attorney based in Fairview, North Carolina. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1991). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1991) and Clemson University (B.S., 1982). Active member of York County Bar Association York County Young Lawyers Association South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers York County Public Defenders Corporation. Serands clients in Fairview, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Dunlap Rhea is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal criminal law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Clemson University in 1982, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Fairview, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Dunlap Rhea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Dunlap Rhea 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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Federal Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairview are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is John Dunlap Rhea's law office located?
John Dunlap Rhea's law practice is located in Fairview, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Dunlap Rhea handle?
John Dunlap Rhea focuses on criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Dunlap Rhea practiced law?
John Dunlap Rhea has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Dunlap Rhea go to law school?
John Dunlap Rhea earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1982).
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1991
B.S.
Clemson University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1991

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