Atty. John P. Meadors

Atty. John P. Meadors

John P. Meadors is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Columbia Columbia 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (843) 733-0198 Book Appointment

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About John P. Meadors at a glance

John P. Meadors is a Fifth Cir. Solicitor's Off. based in Columbia, South Carolina. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1988). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1987). Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John P. Meadors is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • John has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices in Columbia, SC

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John P. Meadors's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. Meadors 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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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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Where is John P. Meadors's law office located?
John P. Meadors's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. Meadors handle?
John P. Meadors focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John P. Meadors practiced law?
John P. Meadors has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John P. Meadors go to law school?
John P. Meadors earned their education at (J.D., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1987

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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