Jody A. Bedenbaugh

Banking and Finance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Columbia, South Carolina

22+ years experience

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

803-799-2000

https://www.nelsonmullins.com/attorneys/jody-bedenbaugh

Meridian, 17th Floor, 1320 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201

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Bio

Jody A. Bedenbaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law.Jody A., who practices law in Columbia, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jody A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Jody A. Bedenbaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law.Jody A., who practices law in Columbia, South Carolina, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jody A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Jody A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

South Carolina

State Capital

Columbia

Highest Court

South Carolina Supreme Court

Bar Association

South Carolina Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Banking and Finance Law, Columbia, SC (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law, Columbia, SC (2019)
Recognized: Banking and Finance Law
Recognized: Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Recognized: Mortgage Banking Foreclosure Law
Practice Area: Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
Practice Area: Litigation - Bankruptcy

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2016

Education

The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2003

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Reviews

Amanda Moore

3 months ago

Expert Guidance Through a Complex Commercial Loan Restructuring

When our regional business faced a critical default on a substantial commercial loan, the situation felt overwhelming. Jody Bedenbaugh's 22 years of focused experience in banking and finance law proved invaluable. He didn't just navigate the legal complexities; he provided a clear, strategic roadmap for negotiations with our lender. His deep understanding of creditor rights and insolvency principles, honed at Nelson Mullins, was evident in every discussion. The recent recognition as 'Lawyer of the Year' is clearly well-deserved. Thanks to Jody's steady, professional counsel, we achieved a favorable restructuring that secured our company's future. His expertise in Columbia's legal landscape was a decisive advantage.