Atty. Joseph A. Vasquez

Atty. Joseph A. Vasquez

Joe Vasquez is a native of Miami, Florida. As an undergraduate, he earned admission to Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society, and Phi Alpha Theta, the national history honor society.

West Columbia West Columbia 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph A. Vasquez at a glance

Joseph A. Vasquez is a Junior Partner based in West Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Setzler & Scott, P.A.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, trusts, probate, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1993) and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1994). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1993) and The Citadel B.A. Political Science (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lexington County and American Bar Associations South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in West Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joe Vasquez is a native of Miami, Florida
  • As an undergraduate, he earned admission to Pi Sigma Alpha, the national political science honor society, and Phi Alpha Theta, the national history honor society
  • Mr. Vasquez was also the recipient of the James K. Coleman Award for Excellence in Constitutional Law, and was a Rhodes Scholarship finalist in the State of South Carolina
  • During his law school studies he clerked for Setzler Chewning & Scott, P.A. (now Setzler & Scott, P.A.), and joined the firm as an associate in 1993
  • He became a partner in the firm in 2000
  • His practice covers the Midlands of South Carolina, particularly in Lexington, Richland, Calhoun, Edgefield, Saluda, Newberry and Orangeburg Counties

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A. Vasquez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph A. Vasquez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Car Accidents

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Trusts

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

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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 West 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 Joseph A. Vasquez

Where is Joseph A. Vasquez's law office located?
Joseph A. Vasquez's law practice is located in West Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Setzler & Scott, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A. Vasquez handle?
Joseph A. Vasquez focuses on wills, car accidents, trusts, probate, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Joseph A. Vasquez practiced law?
Joseph A. Vasquez has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joseph A. Vasquez go to law school?
Joseph A. Vasquez earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (—).
How can I contact Joseph A. Vasquez for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph A. Vasquez received?
Joseph A. Vasquez's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1993
The Citadel B.A. Political Science
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1994

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