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John R. Cantrell Jr.
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Biography
Mr. Cantrell is in private practice in the practice areas indicated below. He has been licensed in South Carolina for almost 35 years, and practices in both federal and state courts, including magistrate courts.
Mr. Cantrell has neither applied for nor been recognized as a certified bankruptcy specialist by the SC Supreme Court. Any results achieved for current or former clients in other cases or endorsements from peers or clients neither imply nor guaranty that he will be able to achieve similar results in any other cases for current or prospective clients. Each case has different facts, clients, attorneys, and judges involved, all of which can make a difference in results obtained for a client, even where the applicable legal issues are the same.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Debt Collection
30%
14 years | 60 cases
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
25%
37 years | 350 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
20%
37 years | 150 cases
Foreclosure
20%
14 years | 10 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-350 per hour
Contingency
33%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 38 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1987
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1997
Location
Cantrell Legal PC
108 Phillips Ct, Saint Matthews, SC, 29135
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John R. Cantrell Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Andrew | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Helpful With Debt Issue
Mr. Cantrell has done a great job for me. I was utilizing him for a debt situation. He will do everything he can to minimize costs to the client while attempting to fully settle the situation. He’s a thoughtful in his approach and his recommendations to the client. Highly recommend.
Posted by Keith | July 26, 2015
Outstanding Lawyer
Mr. Cantrell is a true professional. He goes above and beyond to make sure you are treated fairly and fights for the best settlement possible. Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of debt and credit issues. Highly recommend.
Posted by Kristin | July 20, 2015
Excellent lawyer
John is an excellent lawyer with unbelievable abilities to fight for his clients!! His strategies are better than most Lawyers out there. He is extremely intelligent and will out smart his adversaries every time. He gives the small guy Hope when you think there is no hope!!! John Cantrell is a Winne...
Posted by Timothy | February 6, 2013
A Definite Advocate
Mr. Cantrell is a kind, no -nonsense, tenacious, EXTREMELY knowledgeable, great listening ADVOCATE for those going through tough financial times. It seems at times he has more expertise in BK law than Trustees or Judges. His rates are VERY reasonable for his expertise. None could be more honorabl...
John R. Cantrell Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. John is one most prepared and knowledgeable bankruptcy lawyers in SC."
"John Cantrell is a highly committed and very skilled advocate for his clients. His clients can take comfort in knowing that they are well represented."
"John has such a passion for representing consumers in foreclosures and related matters, and addressing inequities that affect them. He is also among the most experienced in the state in such matters."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent attorney and a leader in his field."
"John and I met at Max Gardner's bankruptcy boot camp, and since that date, I have watched, listened to and learned from John. He is a fantastic advocate and friend. More importantly, he treats his clients like family. John works tirelessly for his clients and his results demonstrate it."
"It is not possible to tell clients what an excellent lawyer John is in this limited space. I have come to know him and his work while participating in a national program to discover, counter and attack the abuses of the national mortgage system, and local court systems, by the major banks. Fearless, intelligent and aggressive he has taken extraordinary steps to make sure his knowledge is second to none. Excellent advocate. No more knowledgeable attorney in his community or nationally."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an awesome asset to the Bankruptcy community and magnificent researcher!"
"I endorse this lawyer. As a colleague and fellow graduate of Max Gardner's Boot Camp I give Mr. Cantrell my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a graduate of some of the same continuing education as me. This education convinces me that John has the requisite knowledge and commitment to being a super bankruptcy attorney!"
"John's common sense, down to earth approach, to bankruptcy matters is an attribute that serves his clients well. John strikes the difficult balance of being an advocate for his clients and achieving the best resolution possible. If I were facing Bankruptcy, Debt, and/or Foreclosure Problems in South Carolina I would have no worries about calling John."
"I've known Attorney Cantrell for 2 years. He's extremely diligent, passionate about his work, and more than competent. John is an expert in bankruptcy law and foreclosure defense. I emphatically endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer for bankruptcy and litigation."
"John is a sharp lawyer who fights for his clients. Give John a call; he loves talking bankruptcy with new clients. We worked together on a seminar presentation and John did a thorough job and presented cutting edge bankruptcy ideas."
"I endorse this lawyer. John attended one of my very first Bankruptcy Boot Camp seminars back in 2006 and has attended five of our additional advanced consumer rights seminars since that date. He has been a leader in the consumer bankruptcy bar in South Carolina and also at the national level."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1997.
Suspension issued in SC, 1997
updated on 05/30/2013This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2010
Member of the Month, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
Work Experience
1987 - Present
Owner, Cantrell Legal, PC
2022 - 2022
Staff Attorney, South Carolina Legal Services
Associations
2012 - Present
Association of Attorneys for South Carolina HomeownersMember
2010 - Present
South Carolina Debtor Bankruptcy BarVice President
2008 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2006 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2015 - 2016
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2002 - 2015
South Carolina Bankruptcy Law AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Young v. Thunderbolt Holdings Ltd, LLC, 2015 WL 1641561
Settled via consent order with injunction
Portfolio Recovery Associates v. Black, 2015 WL 1505100
Creditor sanctioned $8,000 and case dismissed with prejudice
Pride Acquisitions LLC v. Goodwin, 2013 WL 9981147
Consumer motion for summary judgment granted and case stayed until creditor complied with law, case later settled for $17,000
In re Fowler, Case # 08-80037
Settled for $7,500
In re Woodberry, 383 B.R. 373
Relief from stay granted
In re Hall, Case # 04-09478
Relief from stay denied
In re Ballard, 2007 WL 7340479 (Bankr. D.S.C)
Plan confirmed
Education
2014
Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp Round 4
2013
Debt Buyer Litigation Boot Camp
2012
Max Gardner's UCC Boot Camp
2010
Max Gardner's Securitization and Servicing Boot Camp
2008
Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp Round 3
2008
Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp Round 2
2006
Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Boot Camp
1987
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Bob Jones University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
NACBA Spring Convention, Walt Disney World Dolphin, Orlando, FL
Practicalities of Admitting or Objecting to Evidence in Bankruptcy Court
2015
SCBLA annual convention
Protecting Consumer Debtors
2014
Consumer Law Training 2014
Wells Fargo Attorney Foreclosure Manual
2013
SCBLA annual convention
Bankruptcy Rule 3002.1 and Motion for Relief from Stay Developments and Discovery
2011
SCBLA Monthly Meeting
Supplemental Attorney Fees in Chapter 13
2009
NACBA Spring Convention, Chicago, IL
Profitably Combatting Privacy and Discharge Violations
2008
SC Legal Services Bankruptcy Roadshow
Defending motions for relief from stay and filing adversary actions
2008
NACBA Spring Convention, Hollywood, CA
Chapter 7 vs. Chapter 13 Debate
2008
NACA Mortgage Litigation Seminar, Cleveland, OH
Motion for relief from stay defense
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can a default judgement be overturned if the summons was served at the wrong address ?
18 May 2021
Q&A
Can South Carolina Bankruptcy Wildcard 15-41-30(A)(7) be used for assets not specifically addressed under 15-41-30(A)(1)-(6)?
18 May 2021
Q&A
I think I have a judgement against me and I need to buy a car can they take it from me if it’s my only car ?
18 May 2021