John Charles Bateman

John Charles Bateman

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Greenville, SC
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

508 Rhett Street, Suite 201, Greenville, SC

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 12 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2013

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Bateman Law Firm (Files are primarily handled in our Greenville office)

508 Rhett Street, Suite 201, Greenville, SC, 29601

Clemson Office

145 Thomas Green Boulevard, Suite 204, Clemson, SC, 29631

Spartanburg Office

104 North Daniel Morgan Avenue, Suite 104, Spartanburg, SC, 29306

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John Charles Bateman's Reviews

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31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lindsay | February 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

John Bateman is MAGIC

First off, the very few individuals that left negative reviews most certainly either have a brain tumor that is impeding any rational cognition or require a 72 hour psych evaluation to elucidate whichever mental disorder of which they have been afflicted. John Bateman’s excellence as an attorney is u...nprecedented and unrivaled. He is literally MAGIC. I walked into his office with a DUI charge, and I walked out with an expunged record. At a very young age, he has reached tremendous heights of success, yet he remains as humble as a servant. John Bateman saved my life. I would take a bullet for this man. If he needed a kidney transplant, I would volunteer BOTH of mine. If you are facing a DUI, there is only one choice .... John Bateman. He is worth a million times more than he charges. If DUI’s were cancer, John Bateman would be the cure..... end of story. ( His staff, Scotty and KC are amazing as well).

Posted by Patricia | March 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Review for The John Bateman Law Firm

Our family had a FIRST time situation that required legal counsel. We were so worried as to whom we would hire. BUT once we found out about Bateman Law Firm we knew right then that Mr. Bateman would be our choice. Mr. Bateman has the experience and knowledge of the judicial system that is needed w...hen you have to go to court. Our family was scared to death not knowing what all to expect. But, after our first meeting we were highly impressed and knew we had chosen the right Attorney. Mr. Bateman was very professional and his concerns for our situation were very genuine. Mr. John Bateman was very successful in getting the outcome we needed. My nephew's first response was .... Thank You Jesus.... and he added Mr. Bateman .. IS THE MAN I love him. Last, but not least, Kaycee, his Paralegal was our OUTSTANDING go between. We would highly recommend the John Bateman Law firm to anyone in need of legal services.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Greatest team ever.

From the Sunday in April that I met Scotty until December 12th, John, Kaycee, and Scotty were wonderful. Any questions or concerns that I had they were a email, phone call, or text away. All three were “chill” and understanding of the situation. The 3 seemed to care. Will definitely hire again if a s...ituation arises. Will definitely promote their company.

Posted by Justin | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Bateman Group gets results

Bateman and group are very professional and always willing to help. They took time out of their vacation to take my calls and help me when I needed it most. Highly recommend! ...

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

One Hell Of A Team

I spoke with several attorneys prior to deciding on John (Bateman). John has a man at his firm named Scotty that is essentially an in-house consultant on DUI matters. His background as a DUI and drug SC officer impressed me. After hiring the firm, I did not have to lift a finger until my court da...te. I had several questions related to my charges in the interim (I had switched jobs between the arrest and court date) and the firm did an excellent job of promptly answering my questions. I know several people like to talk about results/court outcomes when choosing a lawyer but I do not think that is a good way to choose a lawyer (as the facts of each case are different). However, the Bateman Law Firm was able to overturn my suspension for refusing to blow AND reduce my charges from DUI/Hit&Run to Reckless Driving. I’m sure this is not the case with everyone, but I certainly did not expect that outcome given the facts of my case. They have one hell of a team.

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John Charles Bateman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Rathburn

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Bateman is one of the hardest working attorneys I know. He studies the statutes, police reports, and police videos on every case. In addition he goes the extra mile to learn DUI specific evidence such as breath testing, field sobriety tests, and the science of alcohol and drugs in the human body. When looking for a DUI attorney for yourself or a loved one, you should ask what training that attorney has and how much legal education on DUI they take each year."

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Dustin Dow

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a successful criminal defense attorney blessed with the natural ability to convey his legal wisdom in a way that is easy to understand and very down to earth. I personally have witnessed John generously sharing his criminal defense case strategies with other lawyers on state and national levels. In fact, he was recently selected as a key note speaker in a conference for both NC and SC attorneys. As a fellow attorney in SC practicing criminal defense, I trust John's advice on tough legal matters. If you are seeking a DUI and/or criminal defense attorney in the Greenville, SC area, I highly recommend John and his team of hard workers."

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Jeremy Summerlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John is a skilled and dedicated advocate for his clients. I would gladly recommend him for any criminal defense or DUI matter."

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Lucas Marchant

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bateman has the experience and knowledge to represent his client’s interests in the areas of DUI. DUI is perhaps the most technical area of criminal law in SC and Mr. Bateman is extremely knowledgeable about those very technical aspects of the law. Mr. Bateman will provide you with excellent representation on your DUI issue."

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Andrew Price

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is a diligent and intelligent attorney that zealously represents his clients. He is an excellent communicator who is not afraid of the courtroom. I highly recommend John for anyone who needs a great attorney to protect their rights in criminal defense, DWI, and DUI matters."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If you or a loved one need help, call John!"

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Dowse Rustin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Mr. Bateman for a number of years while teaching a trial advocacy class. I wholeheartedly refer clients in need of DUI and DWI defense services to Mr. Bateman. There are very few attorneys that I know that will spend the time and resources he does to prepare cases and advocate on behalf of clients."

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Samuel Tooker

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bateman and I worked together at Furman University, helping with the Mock Trial Program. I know him to be smart, honest, and diligent, and I am proud to call him my friend."

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Bryan De Bruin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a hard working attorney dedicated to his clients."

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Bill Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Respected in the legal community. Hard working, dedicated, and willing to help clients. Has a wonderful staff. Bill Powers Powers McCartan, PLLC charlotte, nc [email protected]"

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Lawrence Hansen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is one of lawyers that cares about his clients. He goes the extra mile to make a difference rather than simply collect a fee. He places his clients interest first. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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John Landreth

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney and great person. Extremely knowledgeable and can guide with expert advice. John truly cares about his clients and is committed to zealous representation."

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As West Virginia's only exclusive DUI Defense Lawyer, and having worked with DUI attorneys all over our country, coupled with serving in leadership roles with two prominent national Dui defense organizations, I can say without hesitation, John Bateman is on my short list of the go to DUI Attorneys in South Carolina."

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Gintaras Krulikas

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Friend

"I highly recommend John as an attorney. John is not only very hardworking and knowledgeable in his practice, but was also the instructor for a NHSTA DWI / DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Test class in Atlanta, GA, which I attended."

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Hal Roach

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John has a persuasive presence with juries. That coupled with his command of DUI law makes him formidable with law enforcement and prosecutors."

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Bryan Goodman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is a dedicated advocate with the training, knowledge, and experience necessary in a DUI defense attorney. We attended NHTSA training courses in the Atlanta area together. If you want an attorney with the advanced training necessary to pick apart the prosecution's case, John's the attorney you're looking for."

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Matthew Brock

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Bateman is my absolute go to peer in the legal field when it comes to questions about DUI. His knowledge is second to none and he has an innate ability to convey to clients what really matters in their cases. As a fellow attorney, I highly recommend John to anyone in the SC or NC areas who are looking for superior legal representation when facing a DUI charge."

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Philip Hammond

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an excellent DUI attorney. He has received the same field sobriety test training as all police officers in the State, and also the same training as the people who are the instructors of the police officer training courses on field sobriety tests. He is very passionate about DUI's and I recommend him often to people who are facing serious charges in the upstate area."

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Ryan Atwell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Friend

"I am happy to endorse John. He is a dedicated advocate with tremendous knowledge and DUI defense is his passion."

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Ann Toney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lucas Marchant

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Charles Rowland

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Fanney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Stanley Myers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jack Swerling

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tom Anelli

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Hunsucker

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Kessler

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kimberly Frye

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Deandra Grant

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Patrick McLaughlin

General practice lawyer

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Cory Yager

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ludlow Creary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dowse Rustin

Business lawyer

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Aaron de Bruin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bryan De Bruin

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Top 40 Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Impaired Driving Specialists, Certificate of Appreciation- DUI Instruction

2017

Top Attorneys - Lifetime Member, Rue Ratings

2017

Legal Elite of the Upstate, Greenville Business Magazine

2017

A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau

2017

Cleints' Choice, Avvo

2017

Lawyers of Distincton, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Exceptions and Outstanding Law Firm Client Service Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2017

Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2016

Datamaster DMT 3-day Certificate, DMT Training, LLC

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

Client's Choice DUI & DWI, AVVO

2016

Premier 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Academy of Jurispridence

2015

Certificate of Appreciation- DUI Instruction, Impaired Driving Consultants

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

ARIDE Certificate, Impaired Driving Consultants

2014

NHTSA SFST Instructor Certificate, Impaired Driving Consultants

2014

DUI Practitioner Course Certificate, Impaired Driving Consultants

2009

Prosecutor's Boot Camp Certificate, NDAA

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney/Partner, The Bateman Law Firm

2012 - 2016

Judge Advocate, United States Army Reserves

2008 - 2012

Trial Counsel, United States Army Jag Corps

Associations

2016 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

General Member

2016 - Present

South Carolina Association for Justice

Member

2014 - Present

Greenville Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

2013 - Present

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

2013 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

2010 - Present

Furman University

Mock Trial Judge

2008 - Present

North Carolina Bar

Member

2013 - 2014

Furman University

Mock Trial Coach

Education

2016

DMT Training, LLC

2015

DUI Detection and SFST Instructor Course

2014

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

2014

Advanced Roadside Impaired Driver Enforcement

2011

Joint Special Operations University

2009

Judge Advocate Officer Basic Course

2008

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Davidson College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Criminal Justice Course

Stakeholders in the Criminal Justice System

2015

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

2014

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor

Walk And Turn

2010

Company Commander Orientation

Criminal Law for Company Commanders and First Sergeants

Publications

2015

Strategy Press DUI Convictions in South Carolina: Hidden Costs; Serious Consequences

Languages

English

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