Atty. John Paul Petzold

Atty. John Paul Petzold

John Paul Petzold is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, dispute resolution, general practice and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Maine in 1961, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About John Paul Petzold at a glance

John Paul Petzold is a Com. Pleas J. based in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, ssd, securities, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1962) and Ohio (1962). Educated at Washington & Lee University (LL.B., 1962) and University of Maine (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Mount Pleasant, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Paul Petzold is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, dispute resolution, general practice and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maine in 1961, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • John practices in Mount Pleasant, SC

Practice Areas Explained

John Paul Petzold's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

John Paul Petzold is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →

Securities Law

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Product Liability

John Paul Petzold is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Mount Pleasant 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 Paul Petzold

Where is John Paul Petzold's law office located?
John Paul Petzold's law practice is located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Paul Petzold handle?
John Paul Petzold focuses on bankruptcy, ssd, securities, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John Paul Petzold practiced law?
John Paul Petzold has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did John Paul Petzold go to law school?
John Paul Petzold earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact John Paul Petzold for a consultation?
You can contact John Paul Petzold 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 Paul Petzold received?
John Paul Petzold's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Washington & Lee University
- 1962
B.A.
University of Maine
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1962
Ohio
Admitted: 1962

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