About Chip
Chip Cannon built his academic foundation at two South Carolina institutions. He earned a B.A. from The Citadel, then went on to receive a J.D. from Charleston School of Law. Those formative years set the stage for a career rooted in the local legal community.
After law school, Cannon began working in the private bar. He steadily integrated into the region's professional networks. Over time he developed a practice that reflects the everyday legal needs of people and businesses in the area.
Cannon maintains active memberships in several legal organizations. He is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association, the Charleston County Bar Association and the Berkeley County Bar Association. He is also affiliated with the American Association for Justice. Those memberships keep him connected to developments in state and national practice and provide regular contact with peers and colleagues.
Colleagues describe him as deliberate and pragmatic in his approach to cases. He tends to favor straightforward legal reasoning and attention to procedural detail. He prepares methodically for court hearings and client meetings. He also spends time staying current on relevant case law and statutory changes that affect his clients.
He opened Cannon Law Office to provide local representation. The firm operates in the Charleston area and handles a range of matters for individuals and small businesses. The office emphasizes clear communication and practical solutions. Clients tend to seek counsel there when they want an attorney who understands local courts and local practice norms.
Outside of courtroom and office work, Cannon participates in bar events and continuing legal education programs. He attends seminars and workshops organized by the county and state bar groups. Those activities shape his day-to-day practice and inform how he advises clients on emerging legal questions.
Cannon’s career is grounded in steady engagement with his community’s legal institutions. He continues to work at Cannon Law Office, serving clients across the Charleston region.
