Atty. Jonathan S. Gasser

Atty. Jonathan S. Gasser

Assistant Solicitor, Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, 1987-1993; Deputy Solicitor, Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, 1993-2002. Deputy Chief of Violent Crime Section, United States Attorney's Office, 2002-2005; Interim United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office, 2005-2006; Deputy Chief of Violent Crime Section, United States Attorney's Office, 2006-2007.

Columbia Columbia 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan S. Gasser at a glance

Jonathan S. Gasser is a Member based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Harris & Gasser, LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1987). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1987) and University of South Carolina (B.S., 1984). Active member of South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Assistant Solicitor, Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, 1987-1993
  • Deputy Solicitor, Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office, 1993-2002
  • Deputy Chief of Violent Crime Section, United States Attorney's Office, 2002-2005
  • Interim United States Attorney, United States Attorney's Office, 2005-2006
  • Deputy Chief of Violent Crime Section, United States Attorney's Office, 2006-2007
  • Board of Directors, Boys and Girls Clubs of the Midlands
  • Parish Advisory Council, St. John Neumann Catholic Church
  • Member, Knights of Columbus

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan S. Gasser's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan S. Gasser 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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Common questions about Jonathan S. Gasser

Where is Jonathan S. Gasser's law office located?
Jonathan S. Gasser's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Harris & Gasser, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan S. Gasser handle?
Jonathan S. Gasser focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Jonathan S. Gasser practiced law?
Jonathan S. Gasser has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jonathan S. Gasser go to law school?
Jonathan S. Gasser earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1987
B.S.
University of South Carolina
- 1984

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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