Overview
John B Butler III P.A. is a boutique law firm specializing exclusively in the representation of creditors, trustees, examiners and defendants in business and consumer bankruptcy matters. John Butler is a former law clerk to a bankruptcy judge in South Carolina, a former trustee, a former Adjunct Professor of Bankruptcy at the University of South Carolina School of Law, and a nationally published bankruptcy author.
John Butler has also been certified by the South Carolina Supreme Court as a bankruptcy specialist. Since 1981 John Butler has been exclusively involved in all aspects of bankruptcy.
John Butler has also been certified by the South Carolina Supreme Court as a bankruptcy specialist. Since 1981 John Butler has been exclusively involved in all aspects of bankruptcy.
Rankings
Regional
Columbia-SC
Tier
1
Columbia-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Columbia-SC
Litigation - BankruptcyAbout Our Clients
We have represented banks, credit unions, individuals, corporations, and Fortune 500 companies in bankruptcy court.
We have also served as local counsel for out of state attorneys representing many parties such as trustees, examiners, and creditors in cases such as Heritage Village Church(PTL Club), Carolina Investors, HomeGold, Pulliam Ford, Joe Gibson Automotive, BI-LO, Cliffs Communities, and Georgetown Steel.
We have also served as local counsel for out of state attorneys representing many parties such as trustees, examiners, and creditors in cases such as Heritage Village Church(PTL Club), Carolina Investors, HomeGold, Pulliam Ford, Joe Gibson Automotive, BI-LO, Cliffs Communities, and Georgetown Steel.
Rankings
Regional
Columbia-SC
Tier
1
Columbia-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Columbia-SC
Litigation - BankruptcyPractice Areas
John B. Butler III PA has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 2 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
John B. Butler III PA proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Offices & Contacts
Columbia, SC
1217 Anthony Avenue
Columbia, SC 29201
United States