About John
John D. Kassel is a managing partner at Kassel McVey, a personal injury law firm based in Columbia, South Carolina. He has been practicing law in South Carolina since 1985, focusing on personal injury cases such as auto accidents, product liability, premises liability, and medical malpractice. The firm, located at 1330 Laurel Street, exclusively represents plaintiffs, advocating for individuals and families who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Mr. Kassel earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1985.
Prior to his legal career, he graduated from Northwestern University in 1979 and served as a VISTA volunteer with the Brown Lung Association, assisting retired textile workers affected by lung disease. After law school, he worked as a public defender in Richland County and later joined Suggs and Kelly, P.A., where he represented clients in personal injury cases. In 2001, he established his own firm, Kassel McVey, to continue his dedication to representing injured victims. Throughout his career, Mr. Kassel has been recognized for his contributions to the legal field. In 2022, he received the Platinum Compleat Lawyer Award from the University of South Carolina School of Law, the highest honor bestowed by his alma mater.
This award acknowledges professional achievement and civic leadership among alumni. He has also been selected to Super Lawyers from 2010 to 2023 and in 2025, reflecting his peers' recognition of his expertise and dedication. At Kassel McVey, Mr. Kassel handles a variety of personal injury cases, including those involving medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, defective products, motor vehicle accidents, and premises liability. The firm's mission is to provide quality legal representation to clients, ensuring they receive fair and just compensation for their injuries. They are committed to promoting safer products, better corporate conduct.
Improved medical care through their advocacy. Mr. Kassel is an active member of the South Carolina Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice, organizations dedicated to promoting justice and fairness in the legal system. He is also a member of the South Carolina State Bar, having been admitted in 1985. His firm is located at 1330 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC 29201, and can be contacted at (803) 256-4242.
