About

John M. (“Jack”) Read IV, a seasoned lawyer based in Greenville, South Carolina, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his practice. John M. (“Jack”) Read IV hails from Atlanta, Georgia, where he was born and raised. He completed his undergraduate studies at The Citadel in 1991 before earning his law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1994. With admissions to practice law in both South Carolina and Georgia, he is well-versed in navigating the legal systems of both states, as well as appearing in federal and state courts. Throughout his career, Jack has handled a diverse range of cases with successful outcomes. His areas of expertise include contract disputes, personal injury claims, criminal defense, mortgage fraud, consumer fraud, insurance bad faith, foreclosure defense, real estate contract disputes, partnership dissolution, construction defects, zoning issues, civil RICO cases, criminal prosecution, evictions, mold damage, and more. His track record of achieving favorable results for his clients speaks to his skill and dedication as a lawyer. In addition to his legal practice, Jack has also been actively involved in community service. From 2007 to 2016, he served as the Board President of United Housing Connections, a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the root causes of homelessness and providing housing and support to those in need. Even after stepping down from his role as President, Jack has remained committed to the organization, continuing to serve on the Board and as Treasurer since January 2016. With his combination of legal acumen and dedication to serving his community, John Magruder Read IV stands out as a respected and accomplished lawyer in Greenville, South Carolina.

Legal Issues

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Consumer Law

Class Action, Lemon Law

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Products Liability

Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts

Insurance Claims

Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance

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