Business Law

In the United States, there is a federal court system as well as separate court systems for each state. It is essential that attorneys understand the structure and functions of these different court systems.

Court of Last Resort - United States Supreme Court

Intermediate Appellate Court - United States Courts of Appeals ("Circuit Courts")

• 12 Regional Circuits
• 1 Subject-based Circuit
• South Carolina sits within the Fourth Circuit

Trial Court - United States District Courts

• Cherokee County sits within the Spartanburg Division of the District of South Carolina