John Linton

Practice Areas

Johnny represents landowners in condemnation proceedings. He brings his problem-solving skills to bear for clients in business and fiduciary administration matters, and in serious personal injury matters. In addition, Johnny is often engaged to handle matters as a mediator, arbitrator, or special referee.

Career

Johnny Linton represents Plaintiffs and Defendants. He has concluded jury and non-jury trials in five Divisions of the United States District Court; has prevailed for clients in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the South Carolina Supreme Court and the South Carolina Court of Appeals; and was lead counsel on brief and oral argument against the Solicitor General of the United States, Charles Fried, in the original jurisdiction of the United States Supreme Court. The Governor awarded the Order of Palmetto, South Carolina’s most prestigious civilian award, and the Town of Summerville officially recognized his leadership and involvement in civic affairs.

Professional Memberships

Johnny is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a permanent member of the United States Court of Appeals for Fourth Circuit Judicial Conference. Johnny was also the President of the Charleston County Bar and President of the Chapter of American Board of Trial Advocates.

Education

Awards