Atty. Merl F. Code

Atty. Merl F. Code

Merl F. Code is a lawyer practicing employee relations, communications / media, diversity and 2 other areas of law.

Greenville Greenville 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (864) 794-3657

Profile Summary

About Merl F. Code at a glance

Merl F. Code is an Of Counsel based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1979) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1980). Educated at University of South Carolina Law School (J.D., 1979) and North Carolina A & T State University, Greensboro (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of South Carolina Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Merl F. Code is a lawyer practicing employee relations, communications / media, diversity and 2 other areas of law
  • Merl received a B.S. degree from North Carolina A & T State University, Greensboro in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Merl practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Greenville, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Merl F. Code's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Merl F. Code handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Merl F. Code is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Merl F. Code is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Carolina →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Merl F. Code is one of 41,102 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 Greenville 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 venue, 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 Merl F. Code

Where is Merl F. Code's law office located?
Merl F. Code's law practice is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Merl F. Code handle?
Merl F. Code focuses on personal injury, employment, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Merl F. Code practiced law?
Merl F. Code has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Merl F. Code go to law school?
Merl F. Code earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Merl F. Code for a consultation?
You can contact Merl F. Code 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 Merl F. Code received?
Merl F. Code's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina Law School
- 1979
B.S.
North Carolina A & T State University, Greensboro
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1980

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