Atty. John S. Simmons

Atty. John S. Simmons

John S. Simmons is a lawyer practicing catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, products and pharmaceutical liability and 4 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (839) 238-7338 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John S. Simmons at a glance

John S. Simmons is an Owner/Managing Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Simmons Law Firm, L.L.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1987). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John S. Simmons is a lawyer practicing catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, products and pharmaceutical liability and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Simmons Law Firm, L.L.C. in Columbia, SC

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Simmons's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John S. Simmons 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 S. Simmons is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Carolina →

Wrongful Death

John S. Simmons 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 S. Simmons 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 S. Simmons is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →

White Collar Crimes

John S. Simmons is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar 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 S. Simmons

Where is John S. Simmons's law office located?
John S. Simmons's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Simmons Law Firm, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Simmons handle?
John S. Simmons focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has John S. Simmons practiced law?
John S. Simmons has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John S. Simmons go to law school?
John S. Simmons earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John S. Simmons for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Simmons 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 S. Simmons received?
John S. Simmons's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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