Atty. John E. Cuttino
John E. Cuttino Cuttino is a Partner in GWB’s Columbia, South Carolina, office.
Litigation - Construction & More Attorney · Serving Columbia, SC
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About John E. Cuttino at a Glance
John E. Cuttino is a personal injury, construction, and product liability attorney based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Gallivan, White & Boyd PA. Admitted to practice in South Carolina, South Carolina Bar. Educated at The University of South Carolina (J.D., 1982) and Wofford College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E. Cuttino
- John E. Cuttino Cuttino is a Partner in GWB’s Columbia, South Carolina, office
- He has 32 years of experience as a trial attorney in the state and federal courts of South Carolina
- John has handled cases in 40 of South Carolina’s 46 counties, in all Divisions of U.S
- District Court in South Carolina, and has tried more than 75 cases to verdict
- His practice is focused on the litigation of a variety of matters including class actions, design and construction defects, toxic and mass torts, insurance coverage, tort and personal injury, intellectual property, products liability, and professional negligence
- John is regularly retained by insurers, self-insureds, risk management entities, corporations, and individuals in the defense of matters related but not limited to:Catastrophic Personal Injury Including Traumatic Brain Injury ClaimsPharmacy LiabilityResidential and Commercial Construction DefectsInsurance Bad FaithAsbestos Personal Injury and Property DamageToxic MoldBuilding ProductsJohn approaches each case with an experienced understanding of many of the nuances surrounding litigation
- His exemplary litigation skills were developed trying cases in state and federal courts throughout South Carolina
- He has represented a diverse range of clients with significant litigated matters in jury trials, bench trials, and arbitration forums
- John understands that litigation is a difficult and unsettling experience for individuals and businesses
- As a result of this understanding, he works closely with clients to accommodate their needs and objectives, determining the most effective and efficient ways to resolve a case.John states, “The effectiveness of our country’s civil legal system depends on the effectiveness of the adversarial process
- Having an experienced, aggressive, and well-prepared advocate is in my clients’ best interest throughout the litigation process, even if their dispute never reaches the courtroom
- In fact, it may be the best way to avoid the courtroom.”
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John E. Cuttino's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Cuttino handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbia.
Personal Injury in Columbia
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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Construction Law in Columbia
John E. Cuttino is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in South Carolina →
Product Liability in Columbia
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbia
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 venue, 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.
Columbia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbia-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Columbia Choose John E. Cuttino
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John E. Cuttino's practice in the field of personal injury, construction, and product liability.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, construction, and product liability, John E. Cuttino can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbia
A Columbia-based practice means John E. Cuttino attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John E. Cuttino Handles in Columbia
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