Atty. John James Duggan

Atty. John James Duggan

Mr. John James Duggan is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, asset protection planning and 3 other areas of law.

Charleston Charleston 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John James Duggan at a glance

John James Duggan is a Member based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Duggan Law Firm, LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1979), and South Carolina (1988). Educated at University of Florida College of Law LL.M. Taxation University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1988) and The Citadel (B.S. Business, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erie County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John James Duggan is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, asset protection planning and 3 other areas of law
  • John James received a B.S. degree from The Citadel in 1985, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John James practices at Duggan Law Firm, LLC in Charleston, SC

Practice Areas Explained

John James Duggan's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Charleston 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 James Duggan

Where is John James Duggan's law office located?
John James Duggan's law practice is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Duggan Law Firm, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John James Duggan handle?
John James Duggan focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John James Duggan practiced law?
John James Duggan has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John James Duggan go to law school?
John James Duggan earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S. Business, 1985).
How can I contact John James Duggan for a consultation?
You can contact John James Duggan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John James Duggan received?
John James Duggan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida College of Law LL.M. Taxation University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1988
B.S. Business
The Citadel
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1979
South Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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