Atty. John K. Koon

Atty. John K. Koon

Mr. John K.

Columbia Columbia 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (854) 260-2126 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John K. Koon at a glance

John K. Koon is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Koon Cook & Walters, LLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1974). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1974) and University of South Carolina B.S.B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John K. Koon is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of South Carolina, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Koon Cook & Walters, LLC in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

John K. Koon's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John K. Koon is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →

Wrongful Death

John K. Koon is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

John K. Koon is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

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 K. Koon is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John K. Koon is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 K. Koon

Where is John K. Koon's law office located?
John K. Koon's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Koon Cook & Walters, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John K. Koon handle?
John K. Koon focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John K. Koon practiced law?
John K. Koon has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John K. Koon go to law school?
John K. Koon earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (—).
How can I contact John K. Koon for a consultation?
You can contact John K. Koon 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 K. Koon received?
John K. Koon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1974
University of South Carolina B.S.B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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