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About Joseph P. Cerato at a glance
Joseph P. Cerato is a Member based in Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Joseph P. Cerato, P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1989). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1988) and George Washington University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Joseph P. Cerato is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Joseph received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Joseph practices at Joseph P. Cerato, P.A. in Charleston, SC
Practice Areas Explained
Joseph P. Cerato's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph P. Cerato handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Joseph P. Cerato is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in South Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Joseph P. Cerato is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Joseph P. Cerato is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in South Carolina →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Joseph P. Cerato is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Joseph P. Cerato is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Charleston 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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