John A O'Leary

John A O'Leary

4.3
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 55 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Columbia, SC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Employment & Labor

714 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC

About John

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

DUI, DWI, DUAC, Drug cases, CDV, Assault, Burglary, Robbery, Murder (non-death penalty), etc.

36 years | 3,920 cases

80%
Litigation 15%

Personal Injury, Product Liability, Wrongful Death, etc.

36 years | 735 cases

15%
Employment and Labor 5%

Employee Grievances, Wrongful Termination, etc.

36 years | 245 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 51 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1974

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 55 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1970

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

O'Leary Associates, P.A.

714 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC, 29201-2304

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John A O'Leary's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Receptionist

I want to apologize but I've contacted your firm on numerous occasions and everytime I call, multiple times just to certain it wasn't the service but it is that receptionist,soon as she answers the phone u Can tell immediately this person doesn't want u to call or just sick of answering the phone. im...mediately you can sense this urgency to get you off the line or your asking to many questions but you would know she ready to hang up.This behavior pushes business to the competitor and I already feel as if my case is going to be rushed,investigated to quickly or not as thoro.maybe consider another secretary because this one's been here to long and is tired of the repetition and let's you know she tired of answering by the rushed responses and she ready to just get you off the phone.just a friendly review from a customer,thanks

Posted by George | May 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Integrity and ability

Mr. O'leary was hired to represent my father after the SC DMV improperly revoked his license. John was personable, knowledgeable, and willing to fight. The DMV recognized the error and reversed their decision before the scheduled hearing. Had it not been for John's skill as an attorney and his staff'...s genuine concern and interest in the outcome, my father would have permanently lost his ability to drive. I have a great deal of respect for him and his entire office.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2015

O'Leary Simply the Best!

John O'Leary is very knowledgeable about the laws in South Carolina. He made me feel at ease through out the whole process and kept me informed. In my opinion, he is simply the best. I definitely would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Drug Arrest

Upon drug arrest, I contacted John O'Leary for legal services, based on his past experience in handling such cases. He worked with the Solicitor's Office, & the arresting officer, to ensure my charges were expunged. At no time was he judgmental in his dealings with me. His attempts through the legal ...system were numerous & continuous, until he attained the favorable results of my expungement. His staff was also was very helpful, & easy to contact. I would highly recommend John O'Leary's services.

Posted by Pete | March 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Best trial lawyer in Columbia

There is no lawyer in South Carolina that has a better understanding of the criminal justice system than John O'Leary. I have referred friends and acquaintances to John for over 25 years --he is simply the best option there is. And, he is a heckuva' great guy to deal with, he deserves more rating st...ars than I can give!

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1988 - 2015

Attorney/President, O'Leary Associates, P.A.

Associations

1987 - Present

South Carolina Association for Justice

Vice President

Lexington County Bar Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Americans for Effective Law Enforcement

Member

Richland County Bar Association

Member

International Association of Chiefs of Police

Active Life Member

Palmetto State Law Enforcement Officers' Association

Member

South Carolina Sheriffs' Association

Member

National Sheriffs' Association

Associate Member

Lexington County Law Enforcement Officers' Association

Member

American Corrections Association

Associate Member

Fraternal Order of Police

Member

Urban League

Member

N.A.A.C.P.

Member

1987 - 1987

International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training

President

1986 - 1987

National Association of State Directors of Law Enforcement Training

Board of Directors - President

1983 - 1984

South Carolina Corrections' Association

Board of Directors

Education

1970

Northwestern University

Fellowship

1969

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1966

The Citadel

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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